Construction Laborer: Site Prep & Materials Handling

Skillforce; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Skillforce is seeking Construction Laborers for ongoing projects across Northern Virginia. You will assist with site preparation, material handling, and general labor on active commercial sites.

Compensation ranges from $18.00 to $20.00 per hour, with Monday–Friday schedules and 40 hours plus overtime. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of hands-on construction experience, reliable transportation, and your own basic PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots).

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• 1–2 years of hands-on commercial construction experience.
• Reliable, punctual and able to follow directions from site supervisors and lead trades.
• Reliable transportation to the jobsite for every scheduled shift.
• Provide your own basic PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, and steel-toe boots).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean active construction sites by removing debris and hazards.
• Load, unload, and move construction materials, tools, and equipment safely.
• Dig, backfill, and assist with basic site grading and excavation support.
• Build, dismantle, and reposition temporary structures, scaffolding, and barricades as needed.
• Operate basic hand and power tools safely and assist skilled trades on-site.

Skills

Construction site experience

Punctual reliability

Follow directions

Own PPE

Job description

Skillforce is seeking Construction Laborers for ongoing projects across Northern Virginia. You will assist with site preparation, material handling, and general labor on active commercial sites.

Compensation ranges from $18.00 to $20.00 per hour, with Monday–Friday schedules and 40 hours plus overtime. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of hands-on construction experience, reliable transportation, and your own basic PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots).