General Laborer

HireQuest Direct; Texas; On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Steel toe boots

High visibility vest

Hard hat

Work gloves

Safety glasses

Job summary

HireQuest Direct is seeking dependable General Laborers for active construction sites in the Austin, TX area. You will support site cleanup, move materials, and help keep work areas safe and organized across multiple job sites.

Candidates must be reliable, able to perform physical outdoor work, stand and lift throughout shifts, follow directions, and work well in a team. OSHA 10 is preferred but not required; training may be provided after placement.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and ready to work scheduled shifts.
• Ability to perform physical labor in outdoor environments.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift.
• Must follow directions and work well in a team setting.
• Must have reliable transportation to job sites.

Responsibilities

• General construction site cleanup and debris removal.
• Sweeping work areas, walkways, and common spaces.
• Picking up and disposing of trash and construction materials.
• Assisting skilled tradesmen and site supervisors as needed.
• Moving materials and keeping job sites organized.
• Using basic cleanup tools as required (broom, shovel, etc.).
• Following all site safety rules and instructions.

Skills

Reliable

Physical labor

Outdoor work

Team oriented

Transportation

Job description

Job Description

General Labor – Construction Site (Austin, TX)

$12–$14 per hour | Full-Time & Part-Time Available

HireQuest Direct is currently hiring dependable General Laborers for active construction sites in the Austin, TX area. We are looking for individuals who are ready to work, follow directions, and contribute to maintaining safe and clean job sites.

Position Overview:

This role involves general construction site support and cleanup duties. Candidates may be assigned to various job sites and will assist with keeping work areas clean, safe, and organized throughout the day.

Job Duties:

• General construction site cleanup and debris removal
• Sweeping work areas, walkways, and common spaces
• Picking up and disposing of trash and construction materials
• Assisting skilled tradesmen and site supervisors as needed
• Moving materials and keeping job sites organized
• Using basic cleanup tools as required (broom, shovel, etc.)
• Following all site safety rules and instructions

Requirements:

• Must be reliable and ready to work scheduled shifts
• Ability to perform physical labor in outdoor environments
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
• Must follow directions and work well in a team setting
• Must have reliable transportation to job sites

PPE Requirements:

• Steel Toe Boots
• High Visibility Vest
• Hard Hat
• Work Gloves
• Safety Glasses

OSHA Requirement:

• OSHA 10 preferred but NOT required
• Candidates without OSHA 10 are still encouraged to apply
• OSHA training may be provided or required after placement depending on assignment

Schedule & Pay:

• $12–$14 per hour based on experience
• Full-time and part-time shifts available
• Consistent work opportunities across Austin area job sites

This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to get started in construction or continue building experience in the field. Reliable workers may have opportunities for longer-term assignments and advancement.

Company Description

HireQuest Inc. is a franchisor of on-demand staffing and professional recruiting solutions. We are led by 120+ years of industry experience and are a publicly traded company (HQI on Nasdaq). To date, you can find our 200+ staffing branches in 36 states and Washington, D.C., under brand names including HireQuest Direct, HireQuest, and Snelling Staffing. Staffing offices under the HireQuest Inc. umbrella provide temporary and direct-hire services in a number of industries, including construction, light industrial, healthcare, hopsitality, admin/clerical, IT, legal, accounting, and more.