Entry Level Scaffolding Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Scaffold Laborer / General Construction Helper
Job Description

This role supports scaffold building operations on commercial construction sites by assisting with the setup, erection, and dismantling of scaffolding, as well as general labor tasks across multiple locations in the Phoenix area. You will work outdoors in a physically demanding environment, support the foreman and scaffold builders, and help ensure safe and efficient job site operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up the job site each morning and prepare materials and equipment needed for scaffold construction.
• Assist scaffold builders with building and erecting scaffolding structures according to site requirements and safety standards.
• Help dismantle scaffolding at the end of each project or phase, ensuring all components are safely removed and stored.
• Move and organize materials around the job site, including loading and unloading equipment and supplies.
• Use a hammer and other basic hand tools to assemble and secure scaffold components.
• Load company trucks with scaffold materials and equipment for transport to and from job sites.
• Support the foreman with additional duties as assigned, including general labor tasks on construction sites.
• Travel to various job sites across the Phoenix area as needed, including potential reassignment to new projects after the initial site.
• Attend required orientations and safety briefings at designated locations and follow all site safety protocols.
• Work outdoors for the full shift, performing tasks that involve heavy lifting, bending, and carrying materials up to 50 pounds.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing general labor on construction sites or in commercial construction environments.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting, bending, and carrying materials up to 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions on active construction sites.
• Willingness and ability to travel across the Phoenix area to different job sites as needed.
• Capability to use basic hand tools such as hammers safely and effectively.
• Reliability in meeting at designated locations on time for shifts, orientations, and job site assignments.
• Strong work ethic and ability to follow instructions from foremen and construction leads.
• Commitment to working safely around scaffolding and construction equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any prior experience with scaffolding, including building, erecting, or dismantling scaffold structures, is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with hand tools or power tools is beneficial.
• Previous yard work or outdoor labor experience is an advantage.
• Experience working in a commercial construction environment is preferred.
• Comfort working in a large yard facility and around rental equipment is helpful.

Why Work Here?

You join a well-established equipment and scaffolding operation with a strong reputation and clear opportunities to build a long-term career. Leadership teams often grow from within, offering a clear path for advancement from entry-level roles. You receive comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off for vacation, sick time, inclusion holidays, and bereavement, along with profit-sharing bonuses. The organization offers seven paid holidays, including Labor Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day, plus half days on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, with flexibility for additional half days around major holidays when appropriate. You benefit from a mileage reimbursement program, a tool allowance, and a steel-toe allowance once you become a direct employee. You can also participate in an interactive rewards program that lets you earn points for health and engagement challenges and redeem them for gifts. Additionally, you are paid for your commute time within specified parameters, supporting a fair and rewarding work experience.

Work Environment

You work primarily outdoors on active construction sites and at a large scaffolding yard facility. The environment includes open yard spaces, construction equipment, and scaffold structures, requiring consistent awareness of safety practices. The typical shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You will attend orientations at designated locations before starting work on site, and your time spent in orientation is paid. The role involves frequent travel within the Phoenix area to different job sites, with commute time compensated according to company guidelines. You perform physically demanding tasks such as heavy lifting, bending, and carrying materials, often on uneven surfaces and in varying weather conditions. Appropriate work attire for construction environments, including safety footwear and other personal protective equipment, is required and supported through allowance programs once you transition to direct employment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Queen Creek, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Queen Creek,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.