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Union Demolition Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Swinerton Incorporated

Demolition Laborer

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$21.50 - $31.50/hr

Ensure demolition is safe and all electrical power is terminated * Ensure fire alarm systems are ... Union Members: health and retirement benefits are provided thru the union; therefore voluntary ...

Penhall

Journeyman Laborer (union)

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

As the nation's leader in concrete cutting, coring, scanning, and demolition, and ranked 3rd in ... Current union members welcome to apply. Pay rate is union scale. Duties and Responsibilities:

D-Line Constructors, Inc.

Apprentice (Union)

Oakland, CA · On-site

$24 - $51/hr

Application Instructions D-line Constructors routinely hires Union labor to support the team. If ... include: demolition, earthwork, grading, paving, site utilities, and environmental habitat ...

D-Line Constructors, Inc.

Foreman (Union)

Oakland, CA · On-site

Application Instructions D-line Constructors routinely hires Union labor to support the team. If ... include: demolition, earthwork, grading, paving, site utilities, and environmental habitat ...

D-Line Constructors, Inc.

Laborer (Union)

Oakland, CA · On-site

$19 - $23.25/hr

Application Instructions D-line Constructors routinely hires Union labor to support the team. If ... include: demolition, earthwork, grading, paving, site utilities, and environmental habitat ...

Penhall

Union Laborer (Full-Time)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Perform demolition work, including removing drywall, metal/wood stud walls, drop ceilings, pipes, and conduit. * Work with crews or independently to complete assigned tasks safely and efficiently.

Penhall

Experienced Concrete Cutter (Union Branch)

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

As the nation's leader in concrete cutting, coring, scanning, and demolition, and ranked 3rd in Demolition by ENR's 2023 Top Specialty Contractors, we deliver more than just expertise-we deliver ...

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What is a union demolition?

A Union Demolition job involves safely tearing down structures while following strict safety and labor regulations set by a union. Workers in this field are trained to use specialized tools and equipment to dismantle buildings efficiently while minimizing risks. They also handle hazardous materials and ensure proper site cleanup. Being part of a union provides job security, benefits, and standardized wages.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the union demolition position?

To excel in Union Demolition, workers need a solid understanding of demolition techniques, safety protocols, and usually a high school diploma or equivalent along with union membership. Familiarity with specialized tools such as jackhammers, excavators, cutting torches, and safety equipment is often required, as well as OSHA safety certifications. Strong teamwork, communication skills, and attention to detail help individuals stand out in this physically demanding environment. These abilities ensure safe, efficient demolition processes and compliance with regulations, minimizing risks on complex job sites.

What is a typical work environment like for someone in a union demolition role?

Union Demolition professionals generally work on active construction or renovation sites, both indoors and outdoors, often in variable weather conditions. Most work is performed as part of a crew, requiring close collaboration with other demolition workers, equipment operators, and site supervisors to safely dismantle structures. The environment can be physically demanding, involving heavy lifting, operating machinery, and adhering to strict safety standards. Shifts may start early and can sometimes require overtime or night work to meet project timelines. Being part of a union often means access to standardized safety training, support from colleagues, and opportunities for advancement in the construction trades.

Is there a demand for union demolition workers?

Union demolition workers are in demand due to ongoing construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects that require skilled labor for safely tearing down structures. Experience with heavy equipment and safety certifications can improve job prospects, especially in regions with active development or infrastructure upgrades.

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Construction Manager (Demolition)

APTIM

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

APTIM rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Summary:
APTIM is executing some of the most technically complex federal demolition and environmental redevelopment projects in the country. We are seeking a Construction Manager to lead large-scale, high-visibility demolition operations at Hunters Point Naval Shipyard -- one of the most scrutinized and technically demanding federal redevelopment programs in the United States.
This role is for a seasoned demolition leader who has successfully delivered complex federal projects involving structural teardown, hazardous materials, environmental controls, regulatory oversight, and direct management of union craft labor under Project Labor Agreements (PLA).
The Senior Construction Manager serves as the on-site authority for demolition field execution, responsible for full operational control of demolition planning, sequencing, labor coordination, safety performance, schedule execution, and cost control.
You will directly lead craft workforce starting at 25+ personnel and expanding as project phases intensify -- potentially overseeing 50--75+ multi-trade craft workers during peak demolition operations.
This role requires visible field leadership, production accountability, and strong labor coordination skills in a union environment.
General Responsibilities:
Demolition Execution & Field Authority
  • Take full ownership of demolition planning and daily production management.
  • Develop and implement controlled demolition sequencing in environmentally sensitive conditions.
  • Oversee heavy equipment operations, structural stability planning, and teardown strategies.
  • Integrate demolition with abatement and environmental remediation teams.

Workforce Leadership
  • Directly supervise union or PLA craft workforce (minimum 25+ personnel, scalable to 75+).
  • Coordinate multiple trades including operators, laborers, carpenters, ironworkers, truck drivers, and specialty subcontractors.
  • Conduct daily production meetings and enforce accountability for schedule targets.
  • Monitor labor productivity, equipment utilization, and crew performance.
  • Maintain professional working relationships with union representatives and steward leadership.
  • Ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and PLA requirements.
  • Scale workforce staffing up or down based on phase requirements and production demands.

Federal & Regulatory Interface
  • Serve as primary field point-of-contact with Navy, USACE, EPA, and state regulators.
  • Maintain strict adherence to federal construction quality standards and environmental commitments.
  • Ensure compliance with HAZWOPER, OSHA, and environmental containment requirements.
  • Maintain defensible field documentation and daily reporting.

Schedule, Cost & Risk Leadership
  • Drive production to meet aggressive federal milestones.
  • Control cost-reimbursable and firm-fixed-price task orders.
  • Identify and mitigate demolition and environmental risks.
  • Lead field-level change management and impact resolution.

Basic Qualifications:
  • 10--15+ years of construction management experience.
  • Demonstrated leadership on heavy industrial or federal demolition projects.
  • Proven experience directly supervising union or PLA craft workforce of 25+ personnel (scalable to larger crews).
  • Experience managing projects $10M--$50M+ (including cost-reimbursable contracts).
  • Direct NAVFAC, USACE, or federal client experience.
  • 40-Hour HAZWOPER (current refresher required).
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction.
  • USACE CQM Certification.
  • Strong background in demolition sequencing, heavy equipment coordination, and environmental compliance.

Highly Preferred
  • Waterfront or shipyard demolition experience
  • Radiological or hazardous site controls
  • Industrial facility decommissioning
  • Large-scale concrete and steel removal
  • Experience operating under active PLA agreements in California
  • Experience scaling workforce during peak demolition operations

Why APTIM?
Senior demolition leaders have options -- ECC, Amentum, and Ferma are active in this market. APTIM offers:
  • Field-level authority with real operational control
  • Direct leadership of scalable union workforce
  • Complex demolition integrated with environmental remediation
  • Exposure to nationally significant federal redevelopment
  • Strong technical environmental bench support
  • Clear pathway into regional construction leadership

If you are a hands-on demolition leader who understands, federal oversight, and the realities of complex industrial teardown -- this is an opportunity to lead from the front.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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About APTIM
APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.
What you can expect from APTIM:
  • Work that is worthy of your time and talent
  • Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
  • Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
  • A voice in making our company better
  • Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $85,000 - $130,000 per year. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
Aptim Federal Services, LLC, is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
  • Company paid and optional Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
  • 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
    • APTIM 401(k) Guide
    • APTIM - Helpful Documents

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