General Laborer

mydpr; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Monroe, LA is seeking a construction labor candidate to support site progress with safe, efficient practices. You will perform varied tasks, assist trades, and help maintain a clean, organized work area, following established safety standards.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and 2–4 years of general labor or related experience; OSHA 10 is required and OSHA 30 preferred. This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and attention to detail on active projects.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in general labor, construction, or related field.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs general labor tasks such as site preparation, material handling, and equipment maintenance.
• Follows established safety procedures and uses required protective equipment.
• Assists other team members and trades with assigned work to support project efficiency.
• Inspects work areas and materials for safety and quality, reporting issues as needed.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and work areas in clean and functional condition.
• Communicates task progress and challenges to leadership to facilitate effective workflow.

Skills

General labor

Education

High School Diploma/GED

OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification

OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification

Job description

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title— they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of physical and general construction tasks that support overall project progress and completion. Executes assignments safely, efficiently, and with attention to detail. Collaborates with team members to maintain workflow and quality across all site activities. Contributes to a safe, organized, and productive work environment through consistent adherence to safety procedures and work standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs general labor tasks such as site preparation, material handling, and equipment maintenance.
• Follows established safety procedures and uses required protective equipment.
• Assists other team members and trades with assigned work to support project efficiency.
• Inspects work areas and materials for safety and quality, reporting issues as needed.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and work areas in clean and functional condition.
• Communicates task progress and challenges to leadership to facilitate effective workflow.

Education Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

2-4 years of experience in general labor, construction, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction certification required.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Construction certification preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.