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“ I look at the résumé and the presentation on the application ,” Hollis said . “ I want to see if they can spell and write . I look at past job experience . I like people who have been in the armed services . It shows they have had structure .”
All applicants must have a high school diploma or GED . Additional training , such as OSHA training or any certifications , could give applicants an edge , even having a CPR certification is useful .
Applicants should be able to communicate effectively and demonstrate problem-solving skills . Hollis said he also looks for basic math skills and the ability to speak and write in English . Applicants must also share Milestone ’ s commitment to client satisfaction .
“ We are serving our building customer ,” Hollis said . “ We take pride in what we are building .”
Starting pay for laborers is $ 12 an hour with carpenters earning $ 15 to $ 22 per hour , based on experience . Foremen earn $ 22 to $ 25 per hour . A superintendent ’ s salary ranges from $ 50,000 to more than $ 100,000 a year . A project manager could earn up to $ 110,000 per year .
In addition to competitive pay , Milestone provides its employees with two weeks of paid vacation time . Health , dental and long term disability insurance , a 401 ( k ) plan , and performance bonuses are also part of the company ’ s benefits package .
If you are interested in joining the team at Milestone Construction , applications are available at the company ’ s office at 2002 S . 48th Street in Springdale or call 479-751-3560 for information about job openings .
Prospective employees need to be able to put in the time to improve their skills to move up in the company , said Kelli Gemmell , Director of Business Development .
“ Successful employees are willing to go a step above what ’ s required and keep setting new goals in order to advance ,” she said .
Many of the company ’ s employees started their careers right out of high school . A recent graduate , or other worker without much experience , would start out as a laborer before advancing to higher-paying positions .
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