What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Laborer position at CORE Builders?
Position Overview
The Construction Laborer is a key member of the Field Operations team, responsible for supporting the execution of daily construction activities across various projects. This role performs a wide range of physical labor tasks to assist tradespeople, maintain site organization, and ensure project timelines are met in a safe and efficient manner.
Primary Responsibilities
CORE Builders is an equal opportunity employer. CORE Builders shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
CORE Builders does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs unless directly requested by our Director of Human Resources. CORE Builders employees and hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies. Any resumes submitted without a direct, specific and written request will be considered unsolicited and the property of CORE Builders. The submittal will not be subject to any contract obligations, including fees.
The Construction Laborer is a key member of the Field Operations team, responsible for supporting the execution of daily construction activities across various projects. This role performs a wide range of physical labor tasks to assist tradespeople, maintain site organization, and ensure project timelines are met in a safe and efficient manner.
Primary Responsibilities
- Support general site operations including site prep, clean-up, and material handling.
- Load, unload, and distribute construction materials and tools.
- Assist with demolition, excavation, trenching, and grading tasks.
- Operate basic hand and power tools safely and effectively.
- Assist carpenters, masons, electricians, and other trades as needed.
- Mix, pour, and finish concrete or asphalt as directed.
- Build and dismantle temporary structures including scaffolding, barriers, and forms.
- Maintain a clean and organized job site, free of debris and hazards.
- Follow verbal instructions, drawings, or site layout guidelines provided by supervisors.
- Comply with all safety standards and use proper PPE at all times.
- Basic understanding of construction methods, materials, and tools.
- Experience in concrete work, framing, grading, or trenching preferred.
- Ability to read tape measures and perform accurate measurements.
- Familiarity with OSHA safety practices and on-site safety protocols.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work well in team environments.
- Physically able to lift 50 lbs, perform manual labor, and work in various weather conditions.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Minimum 1 year experience in construction labor or related field preferred.
- Reliable transportation to job sites required.
- Must be dependable, punctual, and willing to work overtime or weekends if needed.
- Valid driver’s license is a plus.
- Outdoor job sites; exposure to varying temperatures, dust, noise, and physical elements.
- Must wear appropriate PPE at all times (hard hat, gloves, boots, high-visibility vest, etc.).
- Expected to maintain a respectful, professional attitude with team members and subcontractors.
- Adherence to CORE Builders’ safety, conduct, and quality standards is required at all times.
CORE Builders is an equal opportunity employer. CORE Builders shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
CORE Builders does not engage with or utilize recruiting or placement agencies for any recruiting or hiring needs unless directly requested by our Director of Human Resources. CORE Builders employees and hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept resume referrals from any agencies. Any resumes submitted without a direct, specific and written request will be considered unsolicited and the property of CORE Builders. The submittal will not be subject to any contract obligations, including fees.