Construction Laborer

Aerotek; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Construction Laborer for on‑site work in Ephrata, PA. The role involves assisting with installation of precast concrete walls, loading tools, and traveling with the crew to multiple job sites.

Expect early starts, physical outdoor work, and a collaborative field team environment. The position offers full-time opportunities with competitive hourly pay and benefits, including health coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Requires general construction/field labor experience and ability to work outdoors in varying weather.
• Able to lift/push/pull up to 20 pounds repeatedly.
• Must be able to stand/walk/climb/kneel for extended periods and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at the shop early to meet the crew and prep for the day.
• Assist with loading and organizing tools, equipment, and materials.
• Travel with the crew to job sites; travel time is part of the workday.
• Prepare installation areas and move materials for daily projects.
• Set precast concrete walls and seal joints to ensure waterproofing and integrity.

Skills

General labor

Lift 20 lbs

Outdoor work

Tape measure

Hand tools

Early morning shifts

Team collaboration

Tools

Tape measure

Wrenches

Caulk gun

Level

Shovel

Job description

Job Title: Construction Laborer

Pay- $18-24/hr

Job Description

This role focuses on installing precast concrete walls at new construction sites. The field technician starts each day at the shop, preparing materials with the crew before traveling together to the job site. On site, the technician helps prepare the installation area, sets and seals concrete wall panels, and assists with general cleanup to ensure a safe and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at the shop each morning at approximately 5:30 a.m. to meet with the crew and prepare for the days work.
• Assist with loading and organizing all tools, equipment, and materials needed for daily installation projects.
• Travel with the crew to job sites, with travel time compensated as part of the workday.
• Help prepare the installation area, including moving materials, shoveling, and performing general site preparation tasks.
• Set precast concrete walls, including positioning panels accurately according to project specifications.
• Use a caulk gun to seal joints and corners between wall panels to ensure proper waterproofing and structural integrity.
• Tighten bolts and hardware using wrenches and other hand tools to secure wall panels in place.
• Check walls for proper level and plumb, making adjustments as needed to meet quality and safety standards.
• Perform general labor tasks related to construction, concrete work, and site landscaping as required.
• Assist with site cleanup, including collecting and removing trash and debris to maintain a safe and orderly job site.
• Follow all safety procedures and use tools and equipment properly to reduce risk of injury and damage.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform general labor tasks in construction, landscaping, and concrete work.
• Capability to lift, push, and pull up to 20 pounds frequently throughout the workday.
• Comfort with constant standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, and twisting in an outdoor construction environment.
• Skill in using a tape measure accurately and consistently to support precise installation work.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools, including wrenches and caulk guns, for installation and fastening tasks.
• Willingness to work early morning hours and travel daily with the crew to various job sites.
• Ability to work safely and effectively as part of a field crew on active construction projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general construction, concrete installation, or landscaping is beneficial.
• Comfort working in physically demanding roles and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.
• Attention to detail when checking level and plumb of installed walls.
• Reliability and punctuality for early morning start times and full-day field work.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with the crew and foreman.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as paid time off and incentive pay. The organization values hard work and reliability, rewarding employees for their contributions and providing stable, full-time work in a growing construction environment. Team members enjoy working with a close-knit crew, earning pay for travel time, and having opportunities to develop practical skills in the field.

Work Environment

This position is based in an outdoor field environment at new construction builds, where conditions can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Work takes place on active job sites with concrete walls and related construction activities. The day begins at the shop and continues at various project locations, with employees traveling together as a crew. The role is physically demanding and requires frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, and twisting. Hand tools such as wrenches, caulk guns, and tape measures are used regularly, and employees should be prepared for a hands‑on, labor‑intensive setting with standard construction attire appropriate for outdoor work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ephrata, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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.

• Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ephrata, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ephrata,PA.

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.

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.