Construction Laborer

Cape Environmental Management Inc; Wideopen; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings plan with 401(k) up

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Paid annual leave

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cape Environmental Management Inc seeks a Construction Laborer to support field operations across nationwide locations. The role involves performing general labor, installing structures, and assisting with site safety while following company policies.

The job requires standing up to physically demanding tasks, adherence to safety procedures, and willingness to travel extensively. A 40-hour HAZWOPER, HS diploma/GED, and First Aid/CPR are expected; forklift training is a plus.

Qualifications

• 40-hr HAZWOPER certification required or obtained upon hire.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• First Aid/CPR certification can be obtained upon hire.
• Forklift training preferred, can be obtained upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor functions at construction or industrial sites, locally or nation-wide, to support the project with safety and quality.
• Observe and comply with all company and site safety policies; follow Job Safety Analysis procedures.
• Assist in installing structures, site cleanup, flagging/spotting trucks, and operating small hand-held power tools as needed.
• Communicate effectively with team members using hand signals or other methods; work with limited supervision under Foreman or Site Superintendent direction.
• Help lift, position, and secure materials; perform daily cleaning and maintenance; report maintenance issues promptly.

Education

40-hr HAZWOPER

High School Diploma/ GED

First Aid/CPR (upon hire)

Forklift training (preferred)

Job description

Position:

Construction Laborer, Field Locations Nation-wide

Posted: 08/26/2026

Summary Of Job Description

Perform general labor functions at construction or industrial sites in a safe and efficient manner for project sites locally and/or nation-wide to support assigned Service Line in meeting quality, safety, and profit goals. The Laborer is responsible for providing labor support in civil construction such as installing fence, general site clean-up, flagging/spotting trucks, run and operate small hand-held power tools including chainsaws and power augers, receive and organize daily paperwork such as truck tags, install/erect structures in a safe and efficient manner.

Observe and comply with all company and specific site safety and project policies. Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed. Supply input to Job Safety Analysis and frequent improvements or changes to the Job Safety Analysis Plan Perform daily pre-inspection and on-going maintenance checks of work area. Minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life according to all relevant policies and procedures. Constant inspection and surveillance of surroundings before and during all activities within the work area.

Communicate with others by all means possible (visible or radio contact) including interpreting hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed or loaded. Work independently and conduct tasks with limited supervision. Perform duties efficiently and safely under direction of Foreman, Site Superintendent, or other responsible field/project management. Assist in lifting, positioning and securing of materials/work pieces during installation, including daily cleaning and maintenance, reporting all site maintenance issues to Superintendent.

Salary

$20 - $25 hourly BOE

Travel

Up to 100% Travel Required.

Minimum Qualifications

• 40-hr HAZWOPER
• High School Diploma/General Education Diploma (GED) or demonstrated proficiency in both oral and written communication with the fundamental knowledge of mathematics demonstrated by the ability to solve a variety of problems that can be modeled or solved by quantitative means.
• Current First Aid/CPR can be obtained upon hire.
• Forklift training preferred, can be obtained upon hire.

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Physically capable of working outdoors in hot or cold temperatures.
• Good hearing and sight.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in weight, pushing, pulling or carrying objects, using abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
• Candidates must successfully pass standard pre-employment physical (fit-for-duty),
• Drug and background screens

WHY CAPE?

For 30 years, CAPE has delivered construction and environmental remediation solutions to governmental and private organizations nationwide. Our projects are high-profile environmental remediation projects involving cleanup of contaminated soil, groundwater, and sediment. The culture of our company is one of working together to achieve our company and professional goals and is succinctly and accurately defined as "We, Not Me" behavior. To ensure long-term, sustainable growth, we tailor our 3-year vision to be ahead of our industry in delivering our projects, align with our clients and team partners to improve our existing market share and develop new services to support smart growth.

CAPE offers competitive benefits including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• life insurance
• Vanguard retirement savings plan including both traditional and Roth 401(k) with up to 4% match and lowest in class fees
• health savings account (HSA) with investment option
• flexible spending account (FSA)
• paid annual leave
• paid maternity/paternity leave
• tuition reimbursement

CAPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to our open positions.