Construction Laborer Apprentice

Power-; Village of Scottsville (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Health, dental & vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) plan with employer match

Prescription eyewear coverage

Annual boot allowance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Power & Construction Group, Inc. seeks a Laborer Apprentice to support construction and carpentry projects through a New York State DOL certified apprenticeship. Learn on the job alongside skilled tradespeople in a safety-focused environment.

You will unload materials, prepare layouts, operate tools, assist with concrete work, and help maintain a clean, safe site. This entry-level program offers hands-on training, steady work, and the chance to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; experience with hand tools is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and personally organized.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Ability to remain flexible as assignments change.
• A strong team player with initiative to support the team.
• CLEAN DRIVING RECORD with at least two years of driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Unload, haul, and stage construction materials across the work site.
• Prepare layout area where construction will take place.
• Clear debris, hazards, and trash; erect temporary structures and scaffolding; maintain a safe site.
• Safely use hand and power tools and assist with maintenance.
• Aid in rebar installation, concrete pouring, finishing to ensure structural integrity.
• Support skilled craftspeople by holding materials, measuring, cutting, or basic tasks; learn on the job.

Skills

Listening skills

Mechanical aptitude

Interpersonal communication

Self-motivation

Dependability

Flexibility

Team player

Clean driving record

Job description

Power & Construction Group, Inc. provides a variety of commercial construction services to support our clients, emphasizing honesty, integrity, safety and hard work. We collaborate closely with our clients throughout every project phase, crafting custom solutions tailored to their needs. Our diverse team of creative problem solvers is dedicated to delivering projects safely, reliably, and innovatively. We prioritize open communication and teamwork to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with our clients.

Position Summary: Laborer Apprentices will learn a variety of tasks to support construction and carpentry projects. This apprentice will participate in a formal New York State DOL certified apprenticeship program.

Duties:

• Unload, haul, and stage construction materials (lumber, concrete blocks, pipes) across the work site.
• Prepare layout area where construction will take place.
• Clear debris, hazards, and trash; erect temporary structures, ladders, or scaffolding; maintain an organized, safe job site.
• Safely use hand and power tools (e.g., jackhammers, saws, drills) and assist with basic equipment maintenance.
• Aid in rebar installation, concrete pouring, concrete cutting, and concrete finishing to ensure structural integrity.
• Support skilled craftspeople by holding materials, measuring, cutting, or performing basic tasks; learn through on-the-job support of more experienced personnel.

Requirements:

• Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, experience and familiarity with hand tools a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and personally organized.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.
• A strong team player with a demonstrated track record of taking initiative to support the team.
• CLEAN DRIVING RECORD with at least two years of driving experience.

Working conditions and physical effort:

• Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises.
• Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required
• Comfort working at heights is essential

Compensation:

• $22.00 to $24.00per hour plus the opportunity to earn prevailing wage compensation.

Benefits:

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Prescription eyewear coverage
• Annual boot allowance
• Employee referral program!

P&CG is an Equal Employment, affirmatively action employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a DOT physical, drug screen, driver's license check and other role-specific pre-employment requirements.