SKILLED GENERAL LABORER

Cabildo Staffing; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabildo Staffing is seeking a dependable Ground Technician / Skilled Laborer to join a drainage installation team serving Greater New Orleans and surrounding areas. This outdoor role is ideal for candidates with a solid construction labor background who take pride in quality workmanship.

Responsibilities include installing French drains and yard drainage systems, performing trenching, digging and site prep, loading materials, and keeping a clean, safe worksite.

Qualifications

• Skilled construction labor experience required.
• Experience with trenching, drainage work, or site preparation preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of French drains, yard drainage systems, and stormwater management solutions.
• Perform trenching, digging, grading, and site preparation activities.
• Load, unload, and move materials and equipment as needed.
• Measure and mark work areas using tape measures and basic construction tools.
• Maintain a clean and safe worksite.
• Follow all company safety procedures and jobsite requirements.
• Work effectively as part of a team to complete projects on schedule

Skills

Trenching

Construction labor

Site preparation

Tape measure reading

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SKILLED GENERAL LABORER

Ground Technician / Skilled Laborer

Location: Greater New Orleans & Surrounding Areas

Pay: $16 (Potential for temp-to-hire full-time employment)

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday (Some Overtime May Be Available)

Job Summary

The client is seeking a dependable Ground Technician / Skilled Laborer to join a professional French drain and yard drainage installation team serving Greater New Orleans and surrounding areas. This position is ideal for candidates with a strong construction labor background who enjoy working outdoors and take pride in producing quality work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation of French drains, yard drainage systems, and stormwater management solutions
• Perform trenching, digging, grading, and site preparation activities
• Load, unload, and move materials and equipment as needed
• Measure and mark work areas using tape measures and basic construction tools
• Maintain a clean and safe worksite
• Follow all company safety procedures and jobsite requirements
• Work effectively as part of a team to complete projects on schedule

Requirements

• Must have reliable personal transportation to travel to various job sites throughout Greater New Orleans and surrounding areas
• Must provide and wear appropriate PPE, including work boots and safety gear (hard hat not required; a hat for sun protection is recommended)
• Skilled construction labor experience required
• Experience with trenching, digging, drainage work, underground utilities, landscaping construction, or site preparation strongly preferred
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure
• Ability to work outdoors in Louisiana heat and weather conditions
• Dependable attendance with the ability to arrive on time each day
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, digging, and standing for extended periods

What We're Looking For

We are looking for hardworking individuals who are dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to work as part of a professional drainage installation team. Candidates with experience in construction, drainage, excavation, utilities, landscaping construction, or related trades are encouraged to apply.