General Laborer

Construction Job Force; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a General Laborer to perform environmental cleaning services at the QTS Data Center in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role focuses on construction and final cleaning to ensure interior surfaces are spotless and ready for use.

Typical duties include cleaning, mopping, vacuuming, and using scissor lifts and related equipment. This onsite, contract-to-hire position offers a long-term opportunity with potential travel and overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction cleaning, general labor, and janitorial tasks.
• Proficiency with hand tools and heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of environmental remediation and Hazwoper standards.
• Ability to work alongside other trades and operate scissor lifts.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a laborious role.
• Ability to stand for 10+ hours a day.

Responsibilities

• Clean exposed interior surfaces from floor to building deck.
• Mop, wipe, vacuum, and brush surfaces to remove dust and dirt.
• Use scissor lifts, boom poles, and tools for hard-to-reach areas.
• Stay alert around ongoing construction.
• Pressure wash outside panels, generator coverings, and flooring after installation.
• Work while standing, kneeling, bending, and using ladders.

Skills

Construction cleaning

General labor

Janitorial tasks

Hand tools

Heavy equipment

Hazwoper knowledge

Teamwork

Tools

Scissor lifts

Boom lifts

Ladders

Job description

General Laborer

Job Description

Join our team as a General Laborer, providing critical environmental cleaning services at the QTS Data Center in Cedar Rapids, IA. This role involves construction cleaning and final cleaning services, ensuring all exposed interior surfaces are spotless and ready for use.

Responsibilities

• Clean all exposed interior surfaces within the construction area, from the floor to the building deck above.
• Perform tasks such as mopping, wiping, vacuuming, and brushing surfaces to remove dust and dirt.
• Utilize scissor lifts, boom poles, brooms, and towels for hard-to-reach areas.
• Stay alert while working around and during ongoing construction.
• Pressure wash outside panels, generator coverings, and flooring once installed.
• Perform work while standing, kneeling, bending, and using ladders.

Essential Skills

• Experience in construction cleaning, general labor, and janitorial tasks.
• Proficiency with hand tools and heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of environmental remediation and Hazwoper standards.
• Ability to work alongside other trades and operate scissor lifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Valid Drivers License.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a laborious role.
• Ability to stand for 10+ hours a day.

Why Work Here?

This project offers a long-term opportunity, with an estimated duration of 10 years. Employees willing to travel will find continued work opportunities even after the project's completion.

Work Environment

Work hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with potential for overtime. The first day starts early at 5:30 am and includes orientation. The average workweek is 42 hours, with occasional Saturdays. Contractors must bring their own lunch with ice packs, though microwaves are available. Dress code includes steel-toed boots, jeans, and work-appropriate shirts, with safety gear provided as needed. The work is 90% indoors and 10% outdoors, requiring readiness for all weather conditions. Teamwork is essential as contractors work in groups of 4-5.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

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. To learn more, visit: ~~~ | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.