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Temporary Construction Helper Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Scaffold Helper

Baytown, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months documented ... and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards.

Scaffold Helper

Geismar, LA

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months documented ... and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards.

Scaffold Helper

Geismar, LA · On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months documented ... and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards.

Scaffold Helper

Baytown, TX

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months documented ... and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards.

Scaffold Helper

Plaquemine, LA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months documented ... and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards.

Craft Helper

Baytown, TX

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

SUMMARY Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months ... and temporary frame shelters, according to blueprints, or oral instructions, and lays out and ...

Craft Helper

Baytown, TX

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

SUMMARY Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months ... and temporary frame shelters, according to blueprints, or oral instructions, and lays out and ...

Scaffold Helper

Plaquemine, LA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months documented ... and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards.

Scaffold Helper

Plaquemine, LA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months documented ... and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards.

Scaffold Builder Helper

Baytown, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Helpers (includes helpers 0 months- helper 42 months) - Preferred minimum of 6 months documented ... and temporary frame shelters, according to sketches, blueprints, or company standards.

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How much do temporary construction helper jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary construction helper in the United States is $17.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Construction Helper vs Construction Laborer?

AspectTemporary Construction HelperConstruction Laborer
Credentials/CertificationsNone required, may have OSHA safety trainingOSHA safety training often required, some certifications optional
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, short-term projectsConstruction sites, longer-term projects
Employer/Industry UsageTemporary staffing agencies, contractorsGeneral contractors, construction companies
Search/Comparison IntentYesYes

The main difference between a Temporary Construction Helper and a Construction Laborer lies in their employment status and experience. Temporary Construction Helpers are often hired through staffing agencies for short-term tasks and may require minimal certifications. Construction Laborers typically work directly for construction companies, often with more experience and safety training. Both roles involve physical work on construction sites, but the Helper position is usually more entry-level and temporary.

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Helper - Nexus APEX EPC Power Co - Primoris Energy Services

Helper - Nexus APEX EPC Power Co - Primoris Energy Services

Primoris

Waco, TX

$14 - $18.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago


Primoris Services rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 77 rated construction


Job description

Step In, Step Up, and Start Building Your Future!

Primoris Energy Services is seeking Helpers for the Nexus APEX EPC Power Co. Project in Hubbard, TX. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to grow in the construction industry while supporting a major, highimpact project.

What You’ll Do:

As a Helper, you’ll support skilled construction workers by performing a variety of essential tasks, including:

  • General labor duties
  • Assisting craft professionals with tools, materials, and jobsite needs
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and productive work environment
  • Learning handson skills that can advance your career

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Motivated individuals ready to work hard and learn
  • Team players who take direction well
  • Those committed to safety and reliability on the job

Ready to Start Building Your Future?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your construction career, we want to hear from you. Apply today and grow with Primoris Energy Services.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assist skilled construction workers in performing their assigned duties by completing a variety of duties, including general laborer duties.

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Cleaning and preparing construction sites
  • Loading and unloading materials and equipment
  • Building and taking down scaffolding and temporary structures
  • Digging trenches, compacting earth and backfilling holes
  • Operating and tending machinery and heavy equipment
  • Following instructions from supervisors and implementing construction plans
  • Assisting skilled tradespeople in their duties
  • Perform other related duties as necessary

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Practice safety rules
  • Follow verbal and written instructions
  • Safe use of hand & power tools
  • Report to and assist immediate supervisor
  • Perform quality work as determined by project specifications
  • Accountable for all tools and materials at the end of your shift
  • Must work well as part of a team

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

  • One (1) to four (4) years of experience as a pipefitter helper, electrician helper, ironworker helper or laborer in an industrial setting
  • Pre-employment craft test, drug screen, physical, background check, and completion of safety training is a condition of employment
  • Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace
  • Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.)
  • Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy
  • Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company
  • Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)
  • Able to carry 50 lbs. of tool and/or materials
    • It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs.  Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
  • Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)

BENEFITS

  • Competitive compensation paid weekly
  • Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD
  • 401(k) with company match, vested day-one
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP]
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Pet Coverage "For our Furry Friends"
  • Legal Assistance Coverage
  • Award winning safety programs

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit www.prim.com.

Primoris Heavy Civil, supported by the bonding capacity and resources of Primoris, has expanded into an even larger role within the heavy civil, infrastructure rehabilitation and transportation industries. Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

AGENCY STATEMENT

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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