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Aerotek
General 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.
$46,137 / year median in Pennsylvania
+4% projected growth
Job Description
General Laborer Job Description Join our dynamic team as a General Laborer, where you will operate hand and power tools, clean and dispose of materials on site, and dig trenches while setting braces to support excavation sides. You will also measure, mark, and record distances, as well as set and backfill pipes. Responsibilities Operate hand and power tools. Clean and dispose of materials on site. Dig trenches and set braces to support sides of excavations. Measure, mark, and record distances. Set and backfill pipes. Essential Skills Experience in general labor, construction, and utility construction. Proficient in using hand and power tools. Experience with pipe laying and concrete finishing. Ability to accurately use a tape measure. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with pipes. Concrete experience is advantageous. Comfortable and experienced with outdoor work in both summer and winter conditions. Why Work Here? This is a long-term position with the potential to transition to a permanent role. Enjoy health benefits once hired on permanently, making this an excellent opportunity for career growth and stability. Work Environment You will work outdoors throughout the year, handling tasks such as digging, measuring, and working with dirt daily. Be prepared for varying weather conditions in both summer and winter. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilkes-Barre, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Wilkes-Barre,PA.