Travel Laborer/ Operator

Aerotek; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Mileage reimbursement

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Job summary

Aerotek in Salt Lake City is hiring Traveling Construction Laborers for foundation and geotechnical projects across the Rocky Mountain region. Expect frequent travel, an average of 50 hours per week, and shifts that may run 10 hours, 5-6 days.

This contract-to-hire role requires 1+ year of hands-on construction, the ability to lift 75+ lbs, and a readiness to work outdoors. Per diem and mileage reimbursements apply, with competitive hourly pay and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of construction or similar hands-on experience
• Able to regularly lift 75+ lbs.
• Comfortable working outdoors
• Able to travel approximately 50% of the time
• Able to work 5-6 days/week and 10-hour shifts as needed
• Reliable and safety-minded
• Forklift or skid steer experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Dig trenches and perform shovel work
• Move hoses, drill pipe, and construction materials
• Spot equipment and assist operators
• Compact and level soil
• Assist with rebar and wood lagging
• Jobsite and equipment cleanup
• Assist with rigging, hoisting, and power equipment as needed

Skills

1+ year construction experience

Lift 75+ lbs

Outdoor work

Travel 50%

10-hour shifts

5-6 days/week

Reliable & safety-minded

Forklift or skid steer experience (a +

Job description

Traveling Construction Laborer $20-$24/hr + OT

Must Be Local to Salt Lake City Area

$20-$24/hour

$40/Day Per Diem When Eligible

Mileage Reimbursement

Average 50 Hours/Week

Approximately 50% Travel

Hiring Construction Laborers for specialized foundation and geotechnical construction projects throughout the Rocky Mountain region and surrounding states.

We're looking for hardworking people with experience in construction, dirt work, concrete, agriculture, welding, or landscaping who are comfortable traveling and want steady work with plenty of hours.

What You'll Do

• Dig trenches and perform shovel work
• Move hoses, drill pipe, and construction materials
• Spot equipment and assist operators
• Compact and level soil
• Assist with rebar and wood lagging
• Jobsite and equipment cleanup
• Assist with rigging, hoisting, and power equipment as needed

Requirements

• 1+ year of construction or similar hands-on experience
• Able to regularly lift 75+ lbs.
• Comfortable working outdoors
• Able to travel approximately 50% of the time
• Able to work 5-6 days/week and 10-hour shifts as needed
• Reliable and safety-minded

Forklift or skid steer experience is a plus.

Pay & Travel

• $20-$24/hour
• Average 50 hours/week
• $40/day per diem when eligible
• Mileage reimbursement for qualifying travel
• Projects typically last 1-2 months
• Approximately 10% night work

Experienced equipment operators may qualify for $24-$27/hour.

Build experience in specialty foundations, drilling, ground improvement, and earth-retention construction while working on commercial, civil, and industrial projects.

Must be local to Salt Lake City Area and comfortable traveling.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salt Lake City, UT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salt Lake City, UT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Salt Lake City,UT.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.