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SKIPCO LLC
General Site Laborer
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What they do
A Construction Helper or Worker works at construction sites and projects. Works as a skilled trades worker such as bricklayer, carpenter, painter, electrician or mason, or operates construction equipment.
$45,257 / year median in Indiana
+7% projected growth
Job Description
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 newMaterial 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. #ZR 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 needsBENEFITS
Medical benefits paid 70/30 Dental/Vision 100% covered by employerCOMPENSATION
Starting at $20/hrBenefits
- Dental Insurance