Skipco

Job Type
Full-time
Description
OVERVIEW
The Construction General Laborer supports day-to-day project operations across both commercial and residential job sites. Working closely with Site Superintendents and the General Superintendent, this role is highly dynamic, hands-on, and requires daily flexibility. The laborer must travel to multiple job sites on a weekly-and sometimes daily-basis. The primary goal is assisting with physical tasks while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment for our teams and subcontractors.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Site Prep & Maintenance: Prepare, clean, and organize commercial and residential sites for daily operations.
• Site improvements: Remove vegetation, plantings, other land and hardscape materials. If required replace with new
• Material Handling: Transport and handle construction materials, tools, and equipment safely across sites.
• Manual Labor: Execute manual tasks with minimal supervision, adapting quickly to evolving project needs.
• Temporary Structures: Install and assemble scaffolding, ladders, enclosures, and job site signage.
• Machinery Operation: Safely work alongside heavy and light machinery, including forklifts, skid steers, lulls, and rental equipment while assisting the operators.
• Tool Operation: Run basic site equipment such as pumps, generators, shop vacs, and various power tools.
• Demolition: Assist with light demolition, debris removal, and general site teardown work.
• Handyman Tasks: Perform basic tasks in carpentry, painting, caulking, electrical work, and plumbing as required.
• Reporting: Track and document daily assignments accurately to assist with project progress reporting.
• Shop Care: Maintain, clean, and organize shop tools and equipment.
• Safety commitment: Consistently maintains a safety-first mindset, following site protocols and OSHA guidelines.
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Requirements
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
• Experience: Proven construction labor background spanning multiple project types (commercial and residential).
• Technical Skill: Hands-on experience operating power tools, equipment, and construction machinery.
• Safety First: Consistent safety-first mindset, strictly following site protocols and best practices.
• Scheduling Flexibility: Dependable and available for night shifts, weekends, and off-hours work.
• Autonomy: Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• Driving (Preferred/Not Required): Ability to safely pull a trailer with a truck is highly preferred.
• Soft Skills: Friendly, professional, adaptable, and thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments.
• Problem Solving: Skilled in real-time problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must be able to work in an environment that requires a strong sense of physicality
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods in various job site environments
• Physically able to climb ladders, bend, crouch, and access confined spaces as needed
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 to 75 pounds
• Willing and available to work off-hours, including nights and weekends, to meet project and client needs
BENEFITS
• Medical benefits paid 70/30
• Dental/Vision 100% covered by employer
COMPENSATION
• Starting at $20/hr
Salary Description
Starting at $20.00 per hour based on experience