General Laborer

BUILD WITH US. LEARN THE TRADE. MAKE AN IMPACT.

At VPG Construction, we believe great projects start with great people. We’re looking for a dependable General Laborer who is ready to work hard, learn, and be part of a team that takes pride in building quality projects.

If you’re hands-on, reliable, and ready to contribute on the jobsite, we want to hear from you.

Why Build at VPG?

• Hands-on experience — Learn the construction trade by working alongside experienced professionals.
• Team environment — Work with a team that values communication, accountability, and getting the job done right.
• Opportunity to grow — Gain experience and develop skills that can lead to advancement within the construction industry.

What You'll Do:

• Assist skilled tradespeople and other field personnel with a variety of construction tasks, including demolition, material handling, and general construction.
• Unload and distribute construction materials such as lumber, cement, flooring materials, and other supplies to designated areas.
• Measure, mark, and prepare work areas according to project plans, specifications, and supervisor direction.
• Prepare tools and materials for skilled workers, including mixing cement and preparing surfaces for installation.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized jobsites by removing rubble, debris, trash, and other materials.
• Dig trenches, erect scaffolding, and perform other general site preparation tasks as assigned.
• Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Direct traffic near, in, and around designated work zones as needed.
• Assist equipment operators by providing signals and helping with the alignment, movement, or positioning of machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Clean and organize the jobsite at the end of each workday, ensuring materials and equipment are properly stored.
• Follow all safety procedures, supervisor instructions, and jobsite requirements.
• Perform other construction-related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Reliable, hardworking, and willing to learn.
• Ability to listen to, understand, and follow instructions.
• Ability to adapt as job assignments and priorities change.
• Basic math skills for counting materials and taking inventory.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of personalities and as part of a team.
• Prior construction or labor experience is preferred, but not required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time.
• Must have the strength, balance, coordination, and stamina necessary to perform construction work safely and effectively.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds and push or pull loads up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to eight hours per day.
• Ability to climb multiple sets of stairs while carrying materials weighing approximately 40–60 pounds.
• Ability to work some Saturdays and nights when project needs require it.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: New Orleans, LA