Laborer

The Christman Company; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors, LLC in Northern Virginia is seeking a Laborer to support construction site operations. The role involves site clean-up, material handling, and assisting with basic trades under supervision.

The position is full-time with long hours, travel up to 60 miles per day as projects require, and a pay range of $20–$25 per hour. No formal experience required; HS diploma preferred. Must be safety‑minded and reliable.

Qualifications

• No minimum experience required.
• Basic safety awareness and ability to follow instructions.
• Capable of learning measurements and basic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate hazards.
• Assists with loading and unloading materials and equipment.
• Uses required tools to complete assigned tasks on the job site.
• Follows instructions from supervisors and assists other trades workers.
• Directs traffic during roadway construction as required.
• Builds and takes down scaffolding or temporary structures.
• Keeps working area clean and uses wheelbarrows.
• Identifies and reports safety hazards and takes corrective action.
• Demonstrates safe working practices and complies with safety requirements.

Skills

Safety rules

Communication skills

Measurements & calculations

Time management

Problem solving

Attendance & punctuality

Height tolerance

Hand tools ownership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors, LLC

Job Description

Build More with Your Career at Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors

With projects throughout the mid-Atlantic, Christman Mid-Atlantic Constructors (CMAC) is a great place to begin, continue or grow your career. We’re searching for the next generation of innovative minds who want to shape the world and live to build. CMAC is looking for Laborers in our Northern Virginia region.

What You Will Do

As a Laborer, your primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Assists with loading and unloading materials and equipment, distributing them to the appropriate locations as directed.
• Uses required tools to complete assigned tasks on the job site.
• Follows instructions from supervisors and implements construction plans. Assists other trades workers on the job site.
• Directs traffic during roadway construction, as required.
• Builds and takes down scaffolding or temporary structures, as required. Assists with maintenance of construction tools or equipment.
• Keeps immediate working area clean. Must use broom and wheelbarrows and follow material procedures.
• Identifies and reports safety hazards. Takes all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Demonstrates safe working practices and complies with all safety requirements.

Expected Hours of Work and Travel

Full time position, occasional extended hours and weekends may apply. Must have reliable transportation. Must be willing to travel 60 miles a day dependent on project location relative to where the employee lives.

Pay

$20.00-$25.00 per hour

Required Education And Experience

• No minimum experience required.

Preferred Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) or more years of experience in commercial construction.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must understand safety rules and tool/equipment instructions.
• Have the ability to take measurements and make calculations.
• Have good communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Must pass any skills tests as required by the jobsite.
• Ability to problem solve when errors occur. Keep tools and workspace organized.
• Must be conscious of time schedules and deadlines.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Must be able to tolerate heights without fear.
• Must have own hand tools, power tools to be provided by Christman.

The Christman family of companies is an Affirative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.