CAREERS

FAQs

How do I apply to work at E.T. Simonds Materials?

Do you want to work in the office?

Fill out application and attach resume. Open positions are advertised on the website. Any applications received for positions not currently open are kept for up to 90 days.

Do you want to work in the plant?

We use 100% union employees at our asphalt plants. Please look below for information on union membership and apprenticeship.

IUOE Local 318

Do you want to drive a truck?

We use 100% teamsters to drive for our asphalt plants. Please look below for information on union membership and apprenticeship.

http://teamsters50.com/

After reviewing the union information, Fill out application. Open positions are advertised on the website. Any applications received for positions not currently open are kept for up to 90 days.

What qualifications do I need to have to work at the plant or drive a truck as a union member?

H.S. Diploma or GED
Pass Drug Test
Valid Driver’s License
Able to legally work in the US

What qualifications do I need to have to work for E.T. Simonds Materials as a company employee?

Qualifications vary based on job description, but minimum qualifications would be as follows:

Pass Drug Test
Valid Driver’s License
Able to legally work in the US
At least 18 yrs of age

What if I have a criminal record?

Having a criminal record does not automatically bar you from either union membership or employment with E.T. Simonds Materials.

Specific convictions can affect your ability to work on highly regulated projects such as schools, railroads and other high security sites, but a criminal record should not be a significant barrier to employment.

How long are applications kept on file?

Applications are kept on file for 90 days. Please re-apply if your application is older than 90 days.

How often do you post new positions on your website?

An updated listing of staff position vacancies is continuously available on the careers page of the website, the listing provides the title and a brief summary of the jobs currently available, as well as the minimum position requirements.

How do I know if a job I see posted is still open?

All jobs that appear on the website are still open. They may be at different stages of the interview/hiring process, but they are still open.

How can I check the status of my application?

You can call the Human Resources Manager at E.T. Simonds Construction at 618-457-8191. Please keep in mind, due to the large number of applications received for each position, it can take up to 30 days to screen through applications prior to the scheduling of interviews.

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