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Union Demolition Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Laborer (Union)

Oakland, CA ยท 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 ...

Apprentice (Union)

Oakland, CA ยท 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 ...

Foreman (Union)

Oakland, CA ยท On-site

$60 - $75/wk

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

Construction Laborer

Kansas City, KS ยท On-site

$30.70/hr

Union contractors are seeking Construction Laborers for Building work. This is an opportunity for ... Ability to do interior and exterior demolition safely and quickly * Ability to keep a clean and ...

As a CBRE Union Helper, you will perform technical, and non-technical general building maintenance, and minor repair duties. This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function.

Laborer

Saint Cloud, MN

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Union-non-exempt Authorization/Supervision: Superintendent/Foreman Job Specifications Education ... General demolition tasks. * Wear personal protective equipment as required. * Communicate with ...

Laborer

Saint Cloud, MN ยท On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Union-non-exempt Authorization/Supervision: Superintendent/Foreman Job Specifications Education ... General demolition tasks. * Wear personal protective equipment as required. * Communicate with ...

Laborer

Saint Cloud, MN ยท On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Union-non-exempt Authorization/Supervision: Superintendent/Foreman Job Specifications Education ... General demolition tasks. * Wear personal protective equipment as required. * Communicate with ...

Union contractors are seeking Construction Laborers for Building and Heavy/Highway work. This is an ... Demolition Laborer Ability to do interior and exterior demolition safely and quickly Ability to ...

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How much do union demolition jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for union demolition in the United States is $19.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What jobs make $3,000 a month without a degree?

Union demolition workers can earn around $3,000 a month through skilled labor, often with on-the-job training or apprenticeships rather than formal degrees. Other high-paying roles without degrees include commercial drivers, sales representatives, and certain trades like HVAC technicians, which may require certifications and physical work but not a college degree.

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.

What is a Union Demolition job?

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, and why are they important?

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.

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Infographic showing various Union Demolition job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,391 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Construction Laborer- Landscape- Union

McGuire & Hester

Bodega Bay, CA โ€ข On-site

$33 - $38.90/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Description

McGuire and Hester is a comprehensive sitework construction company with 100-year history of building many of Northern California's most recognizable landmark and infrastructure projects. We offer a full range of services, including pipeline, grading, paving, concrete, landscape and mechanical work, utilizing both conventional and alternative project delivery methods. Our team adage Together We Build Things Right sums up our culture and explains what makes McGuire and Hester both an excellent partner and a great place to work.

Job Summary- This is a union position. Candidates must be a member of the applicable union or be willing and eligible to join the union as a condition of employment.

Perform tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy construction projects, tunnel and shaft excavations, and demolition sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types; air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instructions. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavation, erect scaffolding, clean up rubble, and debris, and remove asbestos, lead, and other hazardous waste materials

Reports to

Foremen, Project Superintendent and General Superintendent

Key Communication Partners

Foremen and Superintendent

Typical Duties

  • Ability to work in a quick-paced, safety-oriented team environment
  • Willingness to follow detailed instructions from leadership
  • Experience working with hand and/or power tools to perform a range of landscape or irrigation duties
  • Digging and cleaning trenches for irrigation and drainage systems
  • Installing pipe, valves, control wire, sprinklers, and drip irrigation systems
  • Place and prepare soil with amendments and fertilizers
  • Raking and fine grading of prepared planting soil
  • Tree and shrub planting including tree staking and/or guying
  • Sod lawn preparation and installation
  • Able to safely work near and around heavy construction equipment and in proximity to automobile traffic
  • The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, and carry objects up to 50lbs of weight
  • Perform general physical activities that may include climbing, lifting, balance, walking, stopping, or kneeling. This job requires standing, kneeling, and bending for long periods of time
  • Use either control mechanisms or direct contact to operate machines or process
  • Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment to detect or assess problems
  • Maintain a safety-first culture and actively participate in the Safety Buck program

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED preferred

Language Skills: Understanding of English as associated with the jobsite safety and the typical duties required of this position

Mathematical Skills: Basic understanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

Reasoning Ability: apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions. Deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables

Computer Skills: no skills required

Interpersonal Skills: ability to solve conflict, create team atmosphere, dependable, and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness

Certificates, Licenses, and Registration: valid California Driver's License and clean driving record

Compensation:

$35 - $40, based on skills experience and knowledge. Will be determined by the union dispatch.