Skilled Laborer - Carpenter

SKIPCO LLC; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits BCBS IL - PPO

Dental/Vision 100% covered

Sick days

Job summary

SkipCo. LLC is seeking skilled laborers to support multiple job sites in the Illinois region. This full-time role focuses on hands-on construction tasks, site preparation, and safe, efficient work across diverse trades.

Candidates should be organized, ready to work nights/weekends, and capable of operating power tools and light equipment. Benefits are provided, with emphasis on teamwork and reliability on site.

Qualifications

• Must be highly organized with strong time management and work independently.
• Flexible and dependable; able to work nights, weekends, and off-hours as needed.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills on the job.
• Trailer-pulling ability preferred.
• Team player with proactive work ethic and leadership qualities.
• Professional demeanor and strong collaboration with subcontractors and teams.
• Proven background in construction labor across multiple project types.
• Excellent communication for coordinating with teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain construction sites for daily operations; ensure cleanliness and organization.
• Transport materials and equipment safely between job sites.
• Perform manual labor with minimal supervision; follow supervisor instructions.
• Set up temporary structures and site signage; install scaffolding and ladders.
• Operate construction equipment such as forklifts and power tools safely.
• Assist with light demolition and site teardown tasks.
• Assist with carpentry, painting, caulking, electrical and plumbing tasks as needed.
• Maintain and document daily task progress and site safety.

Skills

Safety-first

Team player

Multi-tasking

Strong communication

Power tools

Flexible schedule

Organized

Self-motivated

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Description

WHO WE ARE

At SkipCo., we specialize in providing top-quality construction labor to general contractors, developers, and project managers across the region. With a team of highly skilled tradespeople and laborers, we support your build from the ground up — safely, efficiently, and on time. We take pride in our work with everything we do. From keeping our areas clean to the finishing touches as a project nears completion.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for amazing people to join our team. We have work that will sustain over the winter and longer. We are not looking for people on a contract or short-term basis. However, we are not opposed if someone is only looking for something short term, go ahead and apply. This is a full-time position with BENEFITS! You should be organized, on-time, have a solid work ethic, ready to work, and not afraid to get your hands dirty. No job is beneath you.

OVERVIEW

The Skilled Laborer works closely with Site Superintendents and the General Superintendents to support day-to-day project operations. This role is dynamic and hands-on, requiring flexibility to perform a variety of tasks that may change daily. The skilled laborer will be responsible for traveling to multiple job sites on a weekly-or sometimes daily-basis to assist with physical tasks as needed. A key part of this role is maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment in collaboration with site leadership and subcontractors. We are looking for people that are skilled in multiple facets of skilled labor to include but not limited to: Painting, Finishing, Tiling, Interior Demolition, Carpentry, Cleaning, etc. This person does not have to have all these skills but will set you above others. See the information below on more detailed explanation of job duties, requirements, and benefits we offer.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and maintain construction sites, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and readiness for daily operations
• Transport and handle materials, tools, and equipment to and from job sites in a safe and efficient manner
• Carry out manual labor tasks under minimal supervision, following instructions from supervisors and adapting to evolving site needs
• Install and assemble temporary structures and job site signage, including scaffolding, ladders, and enclosures
• Operate heavy and light construction equipment safely such as forklifts, skid steers, lulls, and rental machinery
• Operate basic construction equipment including pumps, generators, shop vacs, power tools, etc.
• Assist with light demolition and general site teardown work
• Experience in basic carpentry, painting, caulking, electrical work, and plumbing
• Accurately track and document daily assignments, contributing to clear communication and project progress reporting
• Strong ability to be adaptable and multitask in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Maintain and clean shop tools and equipment

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Requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Highly organized with strong time management skills; able to prioritize and complete tasks independently with minimal supervision
• Flexible and dependable, available for night shifts, weekends, and off-hours work as project demands
• Quick learner with strong desire to develop new skills and apply them on the job
• Ability to safely pull a trailer with a truck is preferred
• Self-motivated team player with leadership qualities and a proactive work ethic
• Friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor; excels in collaborative, non-confrontational environments
• Proven background in construction labor with experience across multiple project types
• Strong communication skills; able to coordinate effectively with subcontractors and internal teams
• Skilled in real-time problem solving and decision-making under pressure
• Ability to handle multiple projects and multi-task individually and as a team
• Hands-on experience operating power tools, equipment, and construction machinery
• Consistently maintains a safety-first mindset, following site protocols and best practices

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work in an environment that requires a strong sense of physicality
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods in various job site environments
• Physically able to climb ladders, bend, crouch, and access confined spaces as needed
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Willing and available to work off-hours, including nights and weekends, to meet project and client needs

BENEFITS

• Medical benefits BCBS IL - PPO paid 70/30 (Employer/Employee monthly premium split)
• Dental/Vision 100% covered by employer
• 5 Sick Days

COMPENSATION

• Starting pay will be at $25/hr, based on experience.