Job Description

Job Title: Construction Laborer

Job Description

We are seeking dependable and experienced Skilled Laborers to support a wide range of construction activities on both residential and commercial projects. The ideal candidate is hands-on, safety-focused, and capable of performing physical tasks while assisting skilled trades and operating tools and equipment. Starting pay will be $20 - $22 an hour.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor duties on job sites, including site preparation, cleanup, and material handling.
• Assist carpenters, equipment operators, and other skilled trades as needed.
• Measure, cut, and assemble materials per project specifications.
• Operate hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload construction materials, tools, and equipment.
• Follow blueprints, drawings, and supervisor instructions.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Adhere to all OSHA and company safety standards.
• Support concrete work, framing, demolition, or carpentry work as required.

Essential Skills

• General labor
• Construction
• Hand tool operation
• Power tool operation
• Carpentry
• Concrete work
• Framing
• Blueprint reading

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction or skilled labor experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of construction methods, materials, and tools.
• Skilled in using hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to safety and detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Ability to take direction and work independently when needed.

Why Work Here?

Join a 100% employee-owned company and work on exciting local projects. Benefit from a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Work Environment

The work is primarily outdoors and requires the ability to work in various weather conditions, including rain or shine.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, ME.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,ME.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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