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Excavating General Labor
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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.
$46,137 / year median in Pennsylvania
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Excavating General Labor
Lehighton, PA
1 DAYS AGO
22804409
Summary
Lehighton, PA
In-Person
Competitive Salary
1 Years Experience
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED)
No Commission
40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time
Description Position Overview This role supports excavation crews with foundation preparation, pipe installation, grading, and general site labor. The ideal candidate is reliable, physically capable, and able to follow direction in a fast-paced outdoor environment. Key Responsibilities
Shoot grades & foundation prep — Assist with shooting grades for house foundations and verifying elevation accuracy
Pipe laying & assembly — Help lay pipe, glue pipe sections, and support utility installation
Sand mound work — Rake and level the tops of sand mounds to meet project specifications
Shoveling & raking — Perform continuous shoveling, raking, and other physically demanding labor
Assist equipment operators — Carry, load, and stage materials to support excavator and heavy equipment operators
Hand-digging & trenching — Complete hand-digging, trenching, and grading using shovels and hand tools
Job-site cleanliness — Maintain clean, organized job sites including debris removal and end-of-day cleanup
Follow supervisor direction — Adapt to changing tasks and follow instructions from site supervisors
Backfilling & excavation support — Support pipe laying, backfilling, and other excavation-related tasks
Safety compliance — Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company and job-site safety standards
General labor duties — Perform additional labor tasks as assigned; duties and job sites may vary daily
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