Construction Worker - Nauvoo, IL

Job Description

This position helps make gospel teachings, resources, or services accessible to all in a simple and affordable way, supporting the mission of the Church. Performs semi or unskilled physical labor and building maintenance activities as instructed.

• Perform general labor tasks including site preparation, demolition, material handling, and cleanup.
• Assist carpenters, electricians, plumbers, and other skilled trades as needed.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment safely and correctly.
• Load, unload, and stage materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Measure, cut, and assemble building materials under supervision.
• Mix, pour, or place concrete, gravel, and other materials as directed.
• Help with installation, repair, or maintenance of building components (framing, drywall, flooring, fixtures, etc.).
• Maintain clean, organized, and hazard‑free work areas.
• Follow all safety rules, PPE requirements, and job‑site procedures.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

• 3 years experience
• Basic understanding of construction practices, tools, and job‑site safety.
• Maintenance experience or Trade Tech school training desirable
• Physically able and willing to do strenuous work involving shovels, picks, and other tools, sometimes under inclement weather conditions
• Understand English for general communication, video training, building security, and safety. Capable of understanding instructions both verbally and in writing, and able to listen and ask clarifying questions as needed.
• Must pass all required safety and equipment certifications and trainings.
• Must be able to work in a professional manner with others as well as alone without constant supervision.
• Must have a positive attitude with the ability to work as a team.
• May be required to have a valid driver's license
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to independently lift objects weighing as much as 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must also be able to team lift and position objects weighing as much as 100 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be able to work from ladders, scaffolds, and mechanical lifts for extended periods of time.
• Work for extended periods of time standing, kneeling, stooping, squatting, sitting or prone positions.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with forklifts, trucks, and construction equipment

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world.

They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.