What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Laborer position at Okland Construction?
Description
ABOUT US
Okland is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,300 team members, delivering complex projects across healthcare, semiconductor, higher education, sports, hospitality, and other specialized markets. Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we have grown for more than a century and operate throughout Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.
What Makes Okland Different?
We Create Remarkable Experiences
We believe how we build is just as important as what we build, and we approach every relationship with care. From clients and trade partners to team members and communities, we focus on creating experiences that earn trust.
We Share Success
Okland combines the stability of family ownership with employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. This unique structure provides the long-term perspective, and values-driven leadership that have guided our company for generations, while giving team members the opportunity to share the success they help create.
We Build Better Together
Our culture is rooted in accountability, humility, and excellence. We challenge the status quo, empower problem-solving, and trust our teams to take ownership and act. We learn from one another and work toward shared goals to deliver meaningful work with lasting impact. We invest in the next generation of construction talent through apprenticeships, internships, and scholarships for our communities. By expanding access for women, underrepresented groups, and families of our craft workforce who are first-generation college students, we strengthen the future of construction.
About This Opportunity
As a General Laborer, you’ll support our carpenters and crews by keeping the jobsite clean, organized, and running smoothly. Duties may include rough carpentry like building forms or scaffolding, minor demolition or touch-ups, and helping with punch list tasks as needed based on the day’s priorities.
You may also assist with traffic control, using handheld signs or radios to help keep workers, pedestrians, and drivers safe around active construction zones.
YOUR DAY-TO-DAY
Culture & Recognition
Consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.
Pay, Ownership & Retirement
Weekly pay, competitive salary and bonus incentives, ESOP employee ownership, and an industry-leading 401(k) with a 6% employer match.
Benefits & Wellbeing
Free healthcare plan option plus medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, paid parental leave, financial wellness tools, Employee Assistance Program, and mental health support.
Perks & Projects
Rewards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, paid work anniversary sabbaticals, and award-winning projects recognized by AIA, ENR, and AGC.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
EEO STATEMENT
Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong commitment to inclusion.
VISA AND SPONSORSHIP
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B Status, O -1, CPT, OT, etc.). Unless specifically stated in this job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
ABOUT US
Okland is a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,300 team members, delivering complex projects across healthcare, semiconductor, higher education, sports, hospitality, and other specialized markets. Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we have grown for more than a century and operate throughout Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.
What Makes Okland Different?
We Create Remarkable Experiences
We believe how we build is just as important as what we build, and we approach every relationship with care. From clients and trade partners to team members and communities, we focus on creating experiences that earn trust.
We Share Success
Okland combines the stability of family ownership with employee ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. This unique structure provides the long-term perspective, and values-driven leadership that have guided our company for generations, while giving team members the opportunity to share the success they help create.
We Build Better Together
Our culture is rooted in accountability, humility, and excellence. We challenge the status quo, empower problem-solving, and trust our teams to take ownership and act. We learn from one another and work toward shared goals to deliver meaningful work with lasting impact. We invest in the next generation of construction talent through apprenticeships, internships, and scholarships for our communities. By expanding access for women, underrepresented groups, and families of our craft workforce who are first-generation college students, we strengthen the future of construction.
About This Opportunity
As a General Laborer, you’ll support our carpenters and crews by keeping the jobsite clean, organized, and running smoothly. Duties may include rough carpentry like building forms or scaffolding, minor demolition or touch-ups, and helping with punch list tasks as needed based on the day’s priorities.
You may also assist with traffic control, using handheld signs or radios to help keep workers, pedestrians, and drivers safe around active construction zones.
YOUR DAY-TO-DAY
- Perform general site cleanup and assist with daily labor tasks.
- Move, lift, and carry heavy materials and equipment.
- Dig holes or trenches for foundations, posts, or other structures.
- Climb ladders, scaffolding, or formwork to support construction activities.
- Set up and maintain traffic control signs and safety markers.
- Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic safely around the jobsite.
- Signal equipment operators to guide movement and placement of materials.
- Use basic hand tools and assist with light carpentry or concrete tasks.
- Follow all company and OSHA safety protocols on site.
- Support project needs with flexibility—jumping in where needed to keep things moving.
- 1 year of construction general laborer experience
- Must be willing to complete a pre-employment drug screen.
- E-Verify
Culture & Recognition
Consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.
Pay, Ownership & Retirement
Weekly pay, competitive salary and bonus incentives, ESOP employee ownership, and an industry-leading 401(k) with a 6% employer match.
Benefits & Wellbeing
Free healthcare plan option plus medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, paid parental leave, financial wellness tools, Employee Assistance Program, and mental health support.
Perks & Projects
Rewards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, paid work anniversary sabbaticals, and award-winning projects recognized by AIA, ENR, and AGC.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
EEO STATEMENT
Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong commitment to inclusion.
VISA AND SPONSORSHIP
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B Status, O -1, CPT, OT, etc.). Unless specifically stated in this job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.