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Construction Technician

Job Description

This role supports a major hospital construction project in North Charleston, SC by providing versatile on-site assistance across a wide range of tasks. You will contribute to steel fabrication activities and general construction operations, helping maintain a safe, organized, and efficient jobsite. The position is hands-on, fast-paced, and ideal for someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and the ability to follow direction in a dynamic construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Support on-site construction activities for a large hospital project by performing a variety of general labor and basic mechanical tasks as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across the jobsite, including sweeping, trash removal, and general cleanup of work areas.
• Assist with safety monitoring by helping set up and maintain barriers, tents, and other protective structures to promote a safe working environment.
• Transport materials around the jobsite, ensuring items are moved efficiently and safely to designated locations.
• Use hand and power tools to complete basic construction and mechanical duties under direction from site supervisors.
• Follow instructions from construction leaders and trades personnel, adapting to changing priorities and task assignments throughout the day.
• Work collaboratively with the general contractor and subcontractors, supporting their activities and contributing to smooth project operations.
• Demonstrate flexibility and versatility by taking on a wide range of tasks required on a large, active construction site.
• Adhere to all site safety rules, procedures, and guidelines while performing physical labor in an outdoor construction environment.

Essential Skills

• Experience in construction or general labor environments, with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks throughout the workday.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for basic construction and mechanical duties.
• Ability to perform general cleaning tasks such as sweeping, debris removal, and maintaining orderly work areas.
• Capability to transport and move construction materials around a large jobsite in a safe and efficient manner.
• Strong ability to follow direction from supervisors and trades personnel, with a willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
• Consistently positive attitude and strong work ethic, with reliability and readiness to contribute wherever needed on site.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred experience in construction or related trades, providing familiarity with jobsite practices and safety expectations.
• Comfort working in a large, multi-contractor environment and collaborating with general contractors and subcontractors.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to assist with simple mechanical tasks under guidance.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work assignments in a fast-paced construction setting.

Why Work Here?

You will be part of a major, high-profile construction project in the Southeast, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a large-scale steel and hospital build environment. The role offers exposure to diverse construction activities, opportunities to learn from experienced tradespeople, and the chance to build practical skills that can support long-term career growth in construction. The culture emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliability, creating a setting where motivated individuals can develop and advance.

Work Environment

The position is based on a 200+ acre active construction site for a hospital project in North Charleston, SC. You will work outdoors and across different areas of the site, collaborating closely with the general contractor and multiple subcontractors. The environment is fast-paced and physically demanding, with regular use of hand tools and power tools, frequent material handling, and ongoing movement around the jobsite. Work will take place in typical construction conditions, which may include exposure to weather, noise, and heavy equipment, and requires appropriate workwear and safety gear such as hard hats, safety vests, and sturdy footwear.

This is a Contract position based out of North Charleston, SC.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in North Charleston,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.