Groundwork Laborer — Full-Time, Excellent Benefits

Mericle Commercial Real Estate Services, Inc.; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package to help

13 paid holidays annually

Paid time off to recharge

Retirement plan with FREE match, plus

100% company-paid health insurance for

Job summary

Mericle Construction, Inc. is seeking a Sitework Laborer for year-round, local work in the Scranton area. You will assist skilled trades, operate hand and power tools, and help keep sites clean and ready for construction activities.

Responsibilities include site preparation, trenching, installing braces, digging utilities, backfilling, grade work, tool operation, and routine equipment maintenance. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 6:00am–4:30pm; benefits and health coverage are offered.

Qualifications

• Assist skilled tradesmen with ground labor and site prep tasks.
• Operate hand and power tools as directed by supervisors.
• Follow safety rules and maintain clean, organized work areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction sites, including trenching and braces for excavations.
• Install underground utilities by trenching and laying lines with precision tools.
• Backfill, grade land, and ensure proper drainage and safety compliance.
• Operate hand and power tools including air hammers and cement mixers.
• Load/unload materials and assist with concrete work and forms.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and inspections.

Skills

Ground labor

Power tools operation

Safety practices

Communication

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mericle Construction, Inc. is seeking a Sitework Laborer for year-round, local work in the Scranton area. You will assist skilled trades, operate hand and power tools, and help keep sites clean and ready for construction activities.

Responsibilities include site preparation, trenching, installing braces, digging utilities, backfilling, grade work, tool operation, and routine equipment maintenance. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 6:00am–4:30pm; benefits and health coverage are offered.