Construction Associate

BHP, Inc dba Global Power Components; Burnham (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components is seeking a Construction Associate to perform a broad range of construction, renovation, and labor tasks across Milwaukee-area facilities. You will assist with installations, site prep, and material handling in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The role requires hands-on experience with residential carpentry, construction labor, and related trades, plus the ability to read tape measures and operate various tools safely.

Qualifications

• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Capable of physically demanding work (lifting, bending, standing for extended periods).
• Strong work ethic and safety focus.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction, remodeling, renovation, and facility improvement projects.
• Perform demolition, framing, carpentry, and general labor activities.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment safely.
• Assist with concrete preparation, pouring, finishing, and cleanup.
• Support building and installation of offices, workspaces, equipment platforms, and facility improvements.
• Assist with moving, rigging, positioning, and installation of equipment and materials.
• Operate boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other construction equipment when qualified.
• Prepare job sites, maintain work areas, and ensure projects remain organized and safe.
• Load, unload, transport, and stage materials and equipment.
• Measure, mark, and cut materials accurately.
• Follow construction drawings, instructions, and safety procedures.
• Work both independently and as part of a construction team.
• Perform other construction-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Hand tools

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Tools

Jackhammers

Boom lifts

Scissor lifts

Forklifts

Skid steers

Construction equipment

Job description

. Title: Construction Associate Company: Global Power Components – www.globalpowercomponents.com Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week) Hire Type: Temp-to-Hire (3+ months)

Position Summary

The Construction Associate performs a wide variety of construction, renovation, installation, maintenance, and labor activities in support of facility and construction projects across corporate and manufacturing locations. This role assists with building improvements, equipment installations, demolition, concrete work, carpentry, and general construction activities. Ideal candidates will have hands‑on experience in residential construction, carpentry, mechanical trades, landscaping, construction labor, or similar skilled labor environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with construction, remodeling, renovation, and facility improvement projects.
• Perform demolition, framing, carpentry, and general labor activities.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with concrete preparation, pouring, finishing, and cleanup.
• Support building and installation of offices, workspaces, equipment platforms, and facility improvements.
• Assist with moving, rigging, positioning, and installation of equipment and materials.
• Operate boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other construction equipment when qualified.
• Prepare job sites, maintain work areas, and ensure projects remain organized and safe.
• Load, unload, transport, and stage materials and equipment.
• Measure, mark, and cut materials accurately.
• Follow construction drawings, instructions, and safety procedures.
• Work both independently and as part of a construction team.
• Perform other construction‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required: Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Experience working with hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, bending, kneeling, climbing, and standing for extended periods.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Ability to work at various company locations throughout the Milwaukee area.

Preferred

• Preferred: Experience in residential carpentry, construction labor, landscaping, mechanics, maintenance, or related trades.
• Experience operating: Jackhammers, Boom lifts, Scissor lifts, Forklifts, Skid steers, Construction equipment
• Experience with: Concrete work, Framing and carpentry, Rigging and material handling, Equipment installation, Demolition, Facility renovations, General construction techniques OSHA certification or other construction safety training.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to climb ladders, access lifts, and work at varying heights.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

At Global Power Components, our mission is simple: Inov8OrDie Driven by this mindset, GPC has grown from 200 to more than 2,000 employees in just five years, expanding from one manufacturing facility to four locations across the Milwaukee area, including our new 500,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in West Milwaukee. We design and manufacture the critical infrastructure that surrounds and supports power generation. But what sets GPC apart isn't just what we build — it's how we work. We move fast. We make decisions. We solve problems. We challenge ourselves to continuously improve, raise the bar and deliver quality work on time. We look for ways to remove unnecessary complexity and make work easier for our customers, our partners and each other. And through it all, we protect our people, our workplaces and the reputation we've built. GPC isn't a traditional corporate environment — and we don't want to be. We expect people to take ownership, speak up, make decisions and get things done. As GPC continues to grow, our people have opportunities to take on significant responsibility, solve bigger problems and make a visible impact on the business. If you're energized by growth, comfortable with change, willing to roll up your sleeves and want to help build what's next in power generation, GPC is a place where you can make an impact.