General Laborer

Hedrick Brothers Construction; Florida; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hedrick Brothers Construction is seeking a motivated Laborer to support daily operations on our construction sites in Florida. You will load and unload materials, assist with scaffolding setup, and help with digging and backfilling as needed.

The role requires reliability, a High School diploma or GED, and a Florida driver license. You will work closely with skilled tradespeople, follow safety procedures, and help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Florida Driver License and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to read and understand basic instructions and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials and tools on site.
• Assist with assembling scaffolding and other temporary structures.
• Dig trenches and assist with site grading and backfilling.
• Operate or assist with machinery and heavy equipment as directed.
• Follow supervisor instructions and adhere to construction plans.
• Support skilled tradespeople as needed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Description

A Laborer, or General Laborer, is responsible for performing various tasks to aid daily operations at a construction site. Their duties include loading and unloading tools or raw materials, assembling scaffolding or other pieces of equipment and digging or filling in pits throughout the construction process.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of a laborer are all geared toward maintaining a clean, safe and efficient construction site while also supporting the overall project. The list of duties and responsibilities for a laborer on any given day may include the following:

• Cleaning and preparing construction sites.
• Loading and unloading materials and equipment.
• Building and taking down scaffolding and temporary structures.
• Digging trenches, compacting earth and backfilling holes.
• Operating and tending machinery and heavy equipment.
• Following instructions from supervisors and implementing construction plans.

Assisting skilled tradespeople in their duties.

Description

A Laborer, or General Laborer, is responsible for performing various tasks to aid daily operations at a construction site. Their duties include loading and unloading tools or raw materials, assembling scaffolding or other pieces of equipment and digging or filling in pits throughout the construction process.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of a laborer are all geared toward maintaining a clean, safe and efficient construction site while also supporting the overall project. The list of duties and responsibilities for a laborer on any given day may include the following:

• Cleaning and preparing construction sites.
• Loading and unloading materials and equipment.
• Building and taking down scaffolding and temporary structures.
• Digging trenches, compacting earth and backfilling holes.
• Operating and tending machinery and heavy equipment.
• Following instructions from supervisors and implementing construction plans.

Assisting skilled tradespeople in their duties.

Education And Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Reliable transportation and a valid, Florida Driver License required

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit with back at a 90-degree angle for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to look at a computer for up to 8 hours per day.
• Full dexterity of wrists and fingers required with repetitive motions.
• Ability to hear and speak on a standard telephone.
• Ability to lift, push, pull or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to regularly lift, push, pull or carry up to 25 pounds.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.