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Manpower

General Labor

Elk Grove Village, IL

$16.50/hr

NOW HIRING: Entry-Level General Laborers - No Experience Needed and TEMP TO HIRE Locations: Elk ... MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast ...

Team Excavating Inc

General Laborer - Top Man

Altoona, IA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

General Laborer/Top Man Company Info: Team Excavating specializes in the installation of site utilities including: Sanitary Sewer, Water Main and Storm Sewer. We are experiencing tremendous growth ...

Manpower

General Labor

Itasca, IL

$17.50 - $18/hr

General Labor Location: Itasca, Illinois Pay: $17.50 - $18.00 per hour Monday- Friday, some ... MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast ...

Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc.

General Labor

Panama City, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Under close supervision, the duties of a general laborer may vary from day to day ... or man-lifts while working with machinery; in confined spaces and withstanding extreme heat and ...

Easternshipbuilding

General Labor

Panama City, FL

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

POSITION SUMMARY Under close supervision, the duties of a general laborer may vary from day to day ... or man-lifts while working with machinery; in confined spaces and withstanding extreme heat and ...

Allegiance Industries

General Laborer

Seaboard, NC · On-site

$17/hr

Prior experience in general labor, construction, manufacturing, or related fields is preferred but ... More than twenty-seven years and 14 million man-hours later, Allegiance provides professional ...

Allegiance Industries

General Laborer

Seaboard, NC

$17/hr

Prior experience in general labor, construction, manufacturing, or related fields is preferred but ... More than twenty-seven years and 14 million man-hours later, Allegiance provides professional ...

Manpower

General Laborer

Quincy, IL · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

M-F 6am - 2:30ppm What's the Job? * Assist with general labor tasks around the facility * Support ... MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis and Talent Solutions. For more information about ...

PAJ Telecom Inc

General Laborer

Clackamas, OR · On-site

$19 - $28/hr

... general labor such as: trench digging, site clean-up, laying concrete pads, installing conduit ... man crew * Willing to work long hours outside in all weather conditions including heat/cold ...

Main Industries

Shipyard General Laborer

Hampton, VA

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Previous general labor, construction, shipyard, marine, industrial, manufacturing, or related ... Forklift, JLG, aerial man-lift, or other applicable equipment training or certifications. Physical ...

PAJ Telecom Inc

General Laborer

Clackamas, OR · On-site

$19 - $28/hr

... general labor such as: trench digging, site clean-up, laying concrete pads, installing conduit ... man crew * Willing to work long hours outside in all weather conditions including heat/cold ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for general labor man in the United States is $17.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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General Labor-Tail Man - Open Cut

Houston, TX • On-site

PURIS Corporation, LLC
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$15.25 - $19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Position: General Labor-Tail Man - Open Cut  (Non-Exempt)

About PURIS:

PURIS operates across North America as the largest independent trenchless rehabilitation provider with 1300+ employees dedicated to building lasting infrastructure with smart, sustainable resource management. The PURIS Family of Companies provide trenchless renewal solutions in the water, wastewater, and stormwater markets. Our environmentally friendly solutions work within the existing infrastructure to save time, minimize environmental impact, and cause fewer community disruptions. With an unrivaled toolbox of technologies, PURIS has the RIGHT solution for each project.

Job Summary Description:

The General Labor (Tail Man) is responsible for supporting the Open Cut crew by assisting with excavation, pipe installation, site cleanup, material handling, and other assigned labor tasks to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.

Essential Job Accountabilities:

  • Work effectively with supervisors, pipe layers, equipment operators, and crew members on open cut construction projects.
  • Follow directions from the Pipe Layer, Foreman, and other designated supervisors.
  • Assist with excavation, pipe laying, backfilling, grading, and related construction activities.
  • Perform general labor duties including shoveling, cleaning, material handling, and job site organization.
  • Load, unload, move, and stage tools, equipment, and materials as directed.
  • Assist with job site setup and cleanup before, during, and after construction activities.
  • Support crew members wherever needed to ensure project success.
  • Identify and report safety hazards to supervisors immediately.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with company safety policies.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience:

  • Previous experience in construction, utility, excavation, or outdoor labor environments preferred.
  • Experience working around underground utilities, pipeline construction, or heavy equipment is a plus.
  • Acceptable driving record preferred.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physically demanding work.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a crew.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
  • Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Ability to multitask and adapt to changing job site priorities.
  • Willingness and ability to travel for extended periods when project needs require.
  • Commitment to maintaining a phone-free and distraction-free work environment during working hours.
  • Must successfully pass required pre-employment screenings, including drug testing.
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality.
  • Strong commitment to safety and ability to comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and initiatives.
  • Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.
  • Ability and willingness to follow all company policies, procedures, and PURIS's Code of Conduct on a daily basis.

Physical Demands:

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. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, lift, carry, push, pull, and use hands and tools. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and near excavation sites, heavy equipment, and active construction operations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled.