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Infographic showing various Temporary General Contractor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,229 per year, or $46.3 per hour.

Temporary Seasonal General Laborer

Des Moines, IA • On-site

DeAngelo Contracting Services
Construction • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about DeAngelo Contracting Servicesexternal

$22 - $24/hr

Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

DeAngelo Contracting Services rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Company Description

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about! 

Job Description

DeAngelo Contracting Services (DCS) is seeking a highly motivated Temporary Seasonal General Laborer with a great attitude and strong work ethic. This position will support day-to-day field operations and assist with ground clearing and tree removal, vegetation management, and general labor duties.

This is a temporary seasonal position expected to last approximately 6-10 weeks. 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

  • Loads and unloads equipment.
  • large debris pickup.
  • Performs mowing and weed-eating.
  • Performs weed cutting and removal.
  • Tree cutting experience is a plus.
  • Drives company vehicles.
  • Uses all power tools safely. 
  • Uses all equipment safely.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  • Ability to follow directions.
  • Mowing, weed-eating, tree removal experience.
  • Must have a valid driver's license with a 5-year clean MVR.
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and federal background check.
  • Ability to travel out of state.
  • Ability to be gone for 2 weeks if needed.
  • Ability to lift 50-60 pounds.
  • Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Prior vegetation spraying, landscaping, painting, tree work, or grounds maintenance experience preferred.
Additional Information

COMPENSATION/ SCHEDULE:

  • Pay: $22-24 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
  • Temporary seasonal position - approximately 6-10 weeks.

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family, today! 

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre employment, post accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA.  

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