Field Engineer / Assistant Superintendent

At Zernco, employee and client satisfaction come before profit. We ensure the success of our employees, clients and subcontractors by building long-lasting relationships and remaining committed to strong moral and ethical principles, values and always doing the right thing. Zernco does not accept mediocrity, and we do not expect our clients to either. 

Although we are a Wichita, Kansas based GC we work in over 34 states. We are currently seeking Carpenter/Forman who would like growth, or  2023 Graduates for our Field Engineer (Assistant Superintendent) position. Our Field Engineers are offered full time salaried positions, Vehicle allowance, and per diem reimbursement, in addition to various other benefits and perks that come with working for Zernco. We offer flexible start dates for those who will be graduating this May. 

Although we are a Wichita, Kansas based GC we work in over 34 states, candidates must have a valid Drivers License, reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel 100% of the time to various states (generally in the Midwest). We are committed to getting our field employees home at least 2 times per month for a weekend home, and offer a flexible and generous PTO policy. 

If what you have read about our company interests you then I encourage you to apply and Let's talk Zernco!

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the Superintendent with daily job-site tasks
• Attend job-site meetings 
• Get hands on training in various areas of general construction and carpentry
• Attend & participate in safety walks/talks 
• Have an awareness of Safety and abide by our Safety policies in all tasks while on the job-site
• Assist Superintendent with communication between all subcontractors to ensure all required labor, materials, equipment, and inspections support project activities and project schedule
• Assist the Superintendent with submittals including; accurate daily job reports to the office reporting job progress, subcontractors on site, safety concerns, employee time, per diem, training, as well as purchases made with purchase order number; submits weekly photos of job site progress; and submits receipts daily.
• Assist with project close-out and ensures punch list is completed in a timely manner.
• Participates in hand off meetings and post project review meetings at our HQ
• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, twist, reach, walk and sit for long periods of time. Ability to manually dig, drag, pull, and push various materials and objects on the jobsite.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50lbs, and push and pull up to 100lbs.

Job Qualifications:

• Willingness to learn 
• Positive attitude
• Willingness to travel 
• OSHA 30 (or must obtain it in first 90 days)
• General understanding of all divisions of construction

Benefits:

• 100% Paid Premium for Health Insurance for Employee - dependent coverage available but paid for by employee
• Dental / Vision offered
• Short Term Disability insurance - paid for by company
• Life Insurance - paid for by company
• Simple IRA match
• Voluntary Insurance policies include; Accidental, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
• Per Diem - $125 per day (employee manages hotel purchase and food)
• Mileage reimbursement at $.60/Mile
• Paid Travel time
• Technology Allowance
• Company provided Laptop + LTE internet signal

Perks:

• Zernco Bucks to use for Branded Apparel / Swag or Tools / Technology specific to your job
• Referral bonus's
• Quarterly and Annual Performance awards/recognition
• Milestone Anniversary Gifts
• Various employee and client gifts to promote collaboration and be social
• Community involvement, ability to volunteer during working hours and assist through the year at the company selected charity each year
• Performance based discretionary bonus's

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time; walk while working; climb stairs, ladders, ramps or similar structures;  and coordinate eyes, ears, hands and feet. The employee must be able to maintain balance; exert maximum physical force repeatedly or continuously over long periods of time; extend, stretch, twist or make other movements involving the abdomen or lower back. Must be able to continually lift and carry at least 50 pounds for both short distances and distances over 50 feet. Must be able to push or pull objects weighing at least 200 pounds. Must be able to see both up close and at distances.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will work in both indoor and outdoor environments. This position is regularly exposed to dust, dirt, and loud noise; and is occasionally exposed to heat, cold, odors, humidity, vibration, poor lighting and elevated workspaces. The position is rarely exposed to mechanical, electrical or fire hazards.
•  Must be able to travel to job sites as assigned