Construction Laborer

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks a New Construction General Laborer to provide hands-on support across multiple trades, enabling projects to progress safely and efficiently.

The role requires working on active job sites, assisting carpenters, masons, and electricians, and maintaining a clean, safe work area. Ideal candidates have foundational construction knowledge, are comfortable with a range of tools, and can handle heavy physical tasks outdoors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of construction or general manual labor experience.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs and perform physical tasks outdoors in varying weather.
• Must follow verbal instructions from site supervisors and work with team members.

Responsibilities

• Material logistics: assist with receiving, staging, and distributing trade materials.
• Site safety & cleanup: maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace and support trash removal.
• Formwork & prep: assist with setup and assembly of concrete formwork and general site prep.
• Quality & measurement: take accurate measurements and assist with verification of work to project guidelines.
• Tool & equipment upkeep: perform routine maintenance on hand and power tools.
• Trade support: assist carpenters, masons, painters and other trades with measuring, holding materials or tool operation.

Skills

Construction basics

Manual labor

Team communication

Tool handling

Safety awareness

Tools

Jackhammers

Drills

Saws

Compactors

Pressure washers

Job description

The New Construction General Laborer provides essential hands-on support across multiple trades, ensuring the project moves forward safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate has a strong foundational knowledge of commercial construction practices, proficiency with a wide range of hand and power tools, and the physical stamina required to handle demanding on-site tasks. In this role, you will perform physical tasks across active job sites, assist skilled tradespeople (such as carpenters, masons, and electricians), set up and dismantle equipment, and ensure a clean, safe work environment.Job ResponsibilitiesMaterial Logistics: Assist with receiving, staging, and distributing trade materials to designated floors and room locations.Site Safety & Cleanup: Maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace across active floors, manage trash removal, and support overall site safety upkeep.Formwork & Prep: Assist with the setup and assembly of concrete formwork and general site preparation.Quality & Measurement: Take accurate measurements and assist with the verification of completed trade work against project guidelines.Tool & Equipment Upkeep: Perform routine maintenance and upkeep on power tools and site equipment to ensure they are safe and operational.Trade Support: Assist carpenters, masons, painters, and other skilled workers with measuring, holding material, or operating tools as needed.Tool & Equipment Operation: Safely operate basic hand and power tools (jackhammers, drills, saws, compactors, pressure washers) under supervision.Minimum 1 year of experience in construction or general manual labor is required.Ability to perform heavy manual labor in outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, rain). Must be able to lift up to 50–75 lbs and stand, bend, kneel, or climb throughout the shift with or without reasonable accommodations.Familiarity with basic power tools and hand tools.Strong work ethic, punctual, and reliable transportation to job sites.Ability to follow verbal instructions from site supervisors and communicate effectively with team members.Forklift experience a plus.