Demo

Union Laborer

Power Construction and Careers
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2026
POSITION SUMMARY:
Laborers are responsible for demolition of existing structures, assisting in the concrete work of new structures, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, aiding in traffic control and assisting in material handling throughout the job site.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Perform variety of tasks that require utilizing various tools, such as demolishing buildings, dismantling forms, setting up pumps and hoses, removing projections from concrete and cleaning tools and equipment as needed
  • Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery
  • Level earth to fine grade specifications
  • Transport, pour, vibrate and grade concrete into existing formwork
  • Maintain a clean and safe worksite by sweeping, picking up debris, transporting tools and equipment, dumping debris, removing snow, maintaining perimeter fall protection, etc.
  • Assist in worksite safety by installing and removing barricades, setting up road signage, flagging and assisting with rigging items to crane as needed
  • Perform final and general clean-up of a space including mopping, dusting, removal of floor protection, etc.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
  • High school degree or equivalent
  • Participates in Apprenticeship Program
  • Union Laborers
Power Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Power Construction is committed to increasing opportunities for historically disadvantaged workers (including women and members of disproportionately affected racial and ethnic groups), as well as residents of marginalized communities.

Salary.com Estimation for Union Laborer in Chicago, IL
$34,826 to $46,345
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Union Laborer?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Union Laborer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$32,288 - $43,091
Income Estimation: 
$40,018 - $53,233
Income Estimation: 
$32,288 - $43,091
Income Estimation: 
$40,018 - $53,233
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Union Laborer jobs in the Chicago, IL area that may be a better fit.

  • IHC Construction Companies LLC Chicago, IL
  • IHC Construction Companies, L.L.C., one of Chicagoland's longest established construction firms, is an ENR Top 400 Contractor and a Crain's Chicago Largest... more
  • 16 Days Ago

  • PURIS Corporation, LLC Bedford, IL
  • Laborer - Union About PURIS: PURIS operates across North America as the largest independent trenchless rehabilitation provider with 900 employees dedicated... more
  • 1 Day Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!