Laborer (Commercial Construction)

Danis; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Danis is hiring a Laborer for our Columbus region. You’ll play a key role in keeping the jobsite moving and will support skilled trades by handling a wide range of tasks that help projects stay on schedule and built right.

This role is for someone who takes pride in quality work, works safely, shows up on time, and brings a strong work ethic every day. This role offers the chance to work outdoors on varied projects with a team-focused culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior construction or labor experience is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with concrete work, including pouring forms and using proper vibration techniques.
• Load, move, unload, and stage materials for craft workers.
• Perform fine grading using hand tools as needed.
• Communicate with equipment operators using proper hand signals.
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding, shoring, and bracing.
• Perform demolition work, strip forms, saw lumber, and install insulation.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and restock materials.
• Help lift, position, and secure materials and work pieces during installation.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning tasks.
• Complete other related tasks as directed by the Foreman or Superintendent.

Skills

Construction tools experience

Reliable attendance

Teamwork

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Since 1916, Danis has been dedicated to being builders with a foundation of integrity, driven by innovation, and dedicated to the vision of our clients. We are committed to hiring the best and brightest in our industry.

Danis is hiring Laborers for our Columbus region. As a Laborer, you’ll play a key role in keeping the jobsite moving. You’ll support skilled trades—including carpenters, cement masons, ironworkers, millwrights, and pipefitters—by handling a wide range of tasks that help projects stay on schedule and built right. This role is for someone who takes pride in quality work, works safely, shows up on time, and brings a strong work ethic every day.

Benefits

Danis offers a competitive salary, merit increases, bonus, medical, dental and vision insurances, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k), profit sharing, boot vouchers, prescription safety glasses and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with concrete work, including pouring forms and using proper vibration techniques
• Load, move, unload, and stage materials for craft workers
• Perform fine grading using hand tools as needed
• Communicate with equipment operators using proper hand signals
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding, shoring, and bracing
• Perform demolition work, strip forms, saw lumber, and install insulation
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and restock materials
• Help lift, position, and secure materials and work pieces during installation
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning tasks
• Complete other related tasks as directed by the Foreman or Superintendent

Additional Expectations

• Support onboarding or training of new team members when needed
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements
• Contribute to a team-first, respectful jobsite environment
• Participate in jobsite meetings when requested
• Be flexible and ready to help where needed to keep the project moving

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing tasks
• Comfortable performing hands-on, repetitive work
• Familiar with basic construction tools, materials, and forming systems
• Understands and uses proper hand signals for cranes and equipment
• Communicates clearly with coworkers and supervisors
• Manages time well and works productively
• Works safely and is willing to learn and follow safety standards
• Reliable attendance and dependable transportation to report to job sites as scheduled

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Prior construction or labor experience is helpful, but not required

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding, balance at heights, and work on uneven surfaces
• Requires standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling for extended periods
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly
• Vision must be adequate (with or without correction) to perform job duties safely

EEO Statement

Danis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Danis does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.