General Laborer - Construction Site

Express Employment Professionals; Texas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Spicewood, TX seeks dependable General Laborers to support a new construction project. The role focuses on trenching and ditch digging for underground electrical conduit and utility lines, aiding electrical crews, and keeping work areas safe and organized.

This is a physically demanding, daytime position on a temporary contract, with a schedule Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or general labor is preferred but not required.
• Reliable transportation to the job site.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work safely around construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Dig trenches and ditches using hand tools.
• Prepare underground pathways for conduit installation.
• Remove dirt, rocks, debris from excavation areas.
• Backfill trenches after installation.
• Load, unload, and transport tools and materials.
• Perform site cleanup and maintain an organized work area.
• Assist electricians with non-electrical tasks.
• Follow safety policies and attend safety meetings.
• Perform other general labor duties as assigned.

Skills

General labor

Construction safety

Reliability

Attentive attendance

Instruction following

Safety around equipment

Job description

Job Description

General Laborer - Construction Site

Location: Spicewood, TX
Pay Rate: $18-19 per hour
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Project Duration: Approximately 3 months
Position Type: Temporary / Contract Assignment

Position Summary

We are seeking dependable and hardworking General Laborers to support a new construction project in Spicewood, Texas. The primary responsibility of this role is assisting with trenching and ditch digging for the installation of underground electrical conduit and utility lines. Workers will support electrical crews by preparing trench routes, moving materials, maintaining clean work areas, and performing other general construction labor duties as directed by the site supervisor.

This is a physically demanding position that requires working outdoors in the heat.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Dig trenches and ditches using hand tools and other approved methods.
• Assist with the preparation of underground pathways for electrical conduit installation.
• Remove dirt, rocks, debris, and other materials from excavation areas.
• Backfill trenches after conduit and utility lines have been installed.
• Load, unload, and transport tools, materials, and supplies throughout the job site.
• Perform site cleanup and maintain an organized work environment.
• Assist electrical crews with non-electrical support tasks.
• Follow all company and job site safety policies and procedures.
• Attend and participate in required safety meetings.
• Perform other general labor duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Employees must report to work each day with the following PPE:

• Hard hat
• High-visibility safety vest
• Safety glasses with side shields
• Work boots (steel-toe preferred)
• Any additional PPE required by the job site or supervisor

Failure to wear required PPE may result in removal from the work site.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and work on uneven terrain throughout the shift.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical labor for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, dusty, and changing weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Previous construction or general labor experience preferred, but not required.
• Reliable transportation to and from the job site.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work safely around construction equipment and active construction operations.

Work Environment

• Active commercial construction site.
• Exposure to noise, dust, mud, uneven ground, and changing weather conditions.
• Regular interaction with electricians, equipment operators, contractors, and site supervisors.

This is a great opportunity to gain construction experience, earn a steady paycheck, and work on a long-term project with consistent daytime hours.