Construction General Laborer: Scaffolding & Site Work

Aerotek; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Construction General Laborer for the Austin area. Core duties include general labor on active sites, scaffold setup, and handling concrete materials. Must be safe on heights and able to travel between sites.

This contract-to-hire role offers emphasis on safety, hands-on growth, and exposure to high-profile projects. Typical schedule runs 50–60 hours weekly with full-time hours on site in Austin, TX.

Qualifications

• Experience performing general labor on construction sites.
• Ability to work safely on scaffolding and at heights.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with basic tools.
• Reliable transportation to travel between job sites.
• Willingness to work 50-60 hours per week, including extended shifts.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor for long hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction labor tasks on active job sites in and around the Austin area.
• Assist with the installation, adjustment, and removal of scaffolding using hand and power tools.
• Work safely and confidently on scaffolding and at heights as part of daily job duties.
• Handle and move construction materials, including concrete and related supplies, as directed.
• Use basic hand tools and power tools to support construction activities and site setup.
• Follow instructions from site supervisors and collaborate with crew members to complete assigned tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with site safety standards.
• Travel reliably between different job sites as needed throughout the week.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude when working with tools, equipment, and scaffolding components.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and wear required protective equipment while on site.

Skills

General labor

Scaffolding safety

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Reliable transportation

Overtime hours

Willing to learn

Physical stamina

Tools

Scaffolding tools

Concrete tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Aerotek is hiring a Construction General Laborer for the Austin area. Core duties include general labor on active sites, scaffold setup, and handling concrete materials. Must be safe on heights and able to travel between sites.

This contract-to-hire role offers emphasis on safety, hands-on growth, and exposure to high-profile projects. Typical schedule runs 50–60 hours weekly with full-time hours on site in Austin, TX.