Field Construction Technician I

Helix Craftworks LLC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Helix Craftworks LLC is looking for an entry-level Field Construction Technician I to learn how well-run projects are protected, staged, documented, and built while supporting a growing range of field tasks.

The role is a W-2 position with a base of $20–$23/hour, and a structured ladder through Level 2 and Level 3. Placement includes York & Lancaster Counties, PA, with as-needed coverage in nearby areas; a 90-day introductory period with reviews follows.

Qualifications

• Construction experience is helpful but not required for the right candidate.
• Reliable attendance, transportation, and communication are required.
• Comfort using basic hand and power tools or the willingness to learn safely.
• Able to perform physical field work and follow detailed instructions.
• Professional conduct in clients’ homes and occupied workplaces.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain floor, path, fixture, and dust protection
• Support selective demolition, debris control, material staging, and deliveries
• Assist carpenters and trade partners with preparation and basic installation tasks
• Maintain tools, consumables, jobsite organization, and daily cleanup
• Follow safety requirements and communicate changing site conditions promptly
• Learn Helix workflows, terminology, documentation, and quality expectations

Job description

Field Support 1 full-time + 3 part-time / as-needed roles

Field Construction Technician I

This is an entry point into professional construction, not a disposable labor position. You will learn how well-run projects are protected, staged, documented, and built while becoming useful across a growing range of field tasks.

Base compensation

$20–$23/hour

Schedule

W-2; one full-time and three part-time or as-required roles

Territory

Primary assignment — York & Lancaster Counties, PA · As-needed coverage — York & Adams Counties, PA and Northern Maryland

W-2 base compensation before overtime, bonuses, benefits, or vehicle allowances. Final offers reflect demonstrated capability, credentials, responsibility, and territory; applicants do not automatically begin at the top of a band.

• Install and maintain floor, path, fixture, and dust protection
• Support selective demolition, debris control, material staging, and deliveries
• Assist carpenters and trade partners with preparation and basic installation tasks
• Maintain tools, consumables, jobsite organization, and daily cleanup
• Follow safety requirements and communicate changing site conditions promptly
• Learn Helix workflows, terminology, documentation, and quality expectations

Qualifications

• Construction experience is helpful but not required for the right candidate
• Reliable attendance, transportation, and communication are required
• Comfort using basic hand and power tools or the willingness to learn safely
• Able to perform physical field work and follow detailed instructions
• Professional conduct in clients’ homes and occupied workplaces

You will stand out if

• Shows up ready and stays useful
• Takes correction well and applies it the next time
• Understands that cleanliness and protection are part of the craft
• Wants a path into skilled work and greater responsibility

Three levels. Clearer expectations.

Placement depends on demonstrated capability, judgment, and scope ownership—not years alone. The open title identifies our immediate need; the full ladder shows where the role can go.

Level 1

Field Construction Technician I

$20–$23/hour

Learns site standards and supports the team safely and consistently.

Level 2

Field Construction Technician II

$24–$28/hour

Handles recurring field tasks independently and supports basic installations.

Level 3

Senior Field Technician / Crew Lead

$29–$34/hour

Leads setup, logistics, small scopes, and newer technicians in the field.

Ownership Pathway

Senior team members who build lasting value at Helix may be considered for a long-term ownership pathway. Opportunities can include a structured buy-in, performance-based participation, or a combination of the two. Ownership is considered individually and is not guaranteed by tenure alone.

Introductory employment

Structured checkpoints, not guesswork.

W-2 hires begin with a 90-day introductory period: skill and reliability verification in days 1–30, a written day-45 checkpoint, a day-75 recommendation, and a day-90 regular-status decision. The first compensation review occurs at six months; annual reviews follow.

Tools & transportation

Bring the basics. We supply the loadout.

Field candidates provide basic personal hand tools appropriate to their level and reliable transportation initially. Helix provides job-specific equipment, specialty loadouts, safety equipment, consumables, and required technology. Company vehicles will be introduced by role and territory as the fleet develops.

Regular full-time status

Benefits follow a successful transition.

Benefits and paid time off become available upon successful transition to regular full-time employment. Independent subcontractor engagements do not include employee benefits.