Construction Laborer – Site Prep & Equipment

Spence Brothers; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Spence Brothers, a General Contractor and Construction Manager, seeks a full-time Construction Laborer for our Traverse City office. You will perform heavy labor, assist trades, and help maintain clean, safe job sites across Northern Michigan.

Primary duties include material handling, equipment operation (where licensed), scaffolding setup, and basic concrete work. This role requires physical stamina and adherence to safety protocols on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform strenuous daily physical tasks.
• Ability to read and follow routine specifications.
• Capable of operating basic construction equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites and assist trades as needed.
• Operate forklift or skid loader if licensed and required.
• Clean, prepare and maintain sites; load and distribute materials and tools.
• Work safely and follow project plans and specifications.
• Set up scaffolding, fencing, and basic temporary structures as directed.
• Pour concrete elements and assist with miscellaneous labor tasks.

Skills

Physical stamina

Forklift operation

Reading specs

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Spence Brothers, a General Contractor and Construction Manager, seeks a full-time Construction Laborer for our Traverse City office. You will perform heavy labor, assist trades, and help maintain clean, safe job sites across Northern Michigan.

Primary duties include material handling, equipment operation (where licensed), scaffolding setup, and basic concrete work. This role requires physical stamina and adherence to safety protocols on diverse projects.