Union Laborer - Los Angeles, CA

VetJobs; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Job summary

Hensel Phelps is seeking a Laborer to support form carpenters and concrete operations on a construction project in Los Angeles. This safety-sensitive role requires physical labor, loading and transporting materials, and assisting in form setup and concrete finishing.

The position emphasizes safe work practices, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions. Union benefits are provided, and roles remain on-site with opportunities for growth in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Must follow safe work practices per safety program.
• Must be reliable with good attendance and transportation.
• CPR & First Aid Certification preferred.
• OSHA 10 Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare areas for concrete placement and finish surfaces.
• Assist concrete finishers and form carpenters.
• Load/unload materials and transport equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized jobsite.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Communication

Punctuality

Initiative

Team collaboration

Mathematical reasoning

Reading blueprints

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Hensel Phelps

At Hensel Phelps, we don‘t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee‑owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting‑edge technology with hands‑on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Job Description

Laborers have general responsibility to provide support and assistance to the other skilled crafts working on the project. Laborers employed by Hensel Phelps provide support for the form carpenters and for the concrete operation in general, ironworkers/rodbusters involved in installing reinforcing steel, and masons involved in the installation of block and brickwork. This is a safety sensitive position.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of areas for the placement of concrete involves final excavation of dirt and rock and fine grading for floor slabs
• This work involves shoveling for extended periods of time
• Assembly of concrete forms, laborers are required to lift form prefabricated metal form panels and assist in their placement
• Handle the concrete bucket suspended from a crane that transfers the concrete from the concrete truck to the placement area
• After the concrete is poured from the bucket, laborers muck the concrete in slabs to spread it evenly
• After the concrete has cured, the laborers assist in stripping the concrete forms and transporting them for storage
• Assist concrete finishers in moving power trowels and power screeds used to finish the concrete surface
• Support of block masons installing masonry work by handling and transporting bags of cement, lime, sand, and grout
• This includes stocking blocks and bricks
• Assist carpenters in handling and setting door frames
• This entails transporting the door frames from the storage area to the work areas and stacking the door frames where needed
• Load, unload, and identify building materials, machinery, and tools
• Distribute site materials to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and specifications
• Responsible for ensuring that all materials are properly distributed, and the site is swept and well maintained
• Promote a safe work environment and communicate jobsite hazards
• This includes helping to secure the jobsite at the end of business each day and verifying that all site materials are properly stored.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Follow safe work practices in accordance with the Hensel Phelps safety and health program
• Must be able to take initiative and ask questions
• Possess a keen attention to detail and be able to follow instructions
• Workers must provide their own safety footwear
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with co‑workers and stakeholders
• Strong mathematical reasoning and quantitative skills
• Must be reliable and punctual
• This includes having reliable transportation and consistent work attendance
• Preferred Qualifications: Experienced in construction layout, blueprint reading and shop drawing reading OSHA 10 Certification CPR & First Aid Certification

Physical Requirements

• Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity.
• Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite.
• Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery, such as a calculator and phone.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office and field administration.
• Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read and understand blueprints, load charts, and take/verify field measurements.
• Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
• Working from heights – the person must be comfortable and able to work from heights for extended amounts of time.
• Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
• Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
• Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction for various lengths of time.
• Grasping – Needs to apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm regularly.
• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
• Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures.
• Frequently exposed to noisy environment and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Use of hands and wrists with various tools.
• Prolonged use of jackhammer and pavement breaker.
• Use of wheelbarrows and brooms.
• Repetitive use of hands and wrists using power, rotational, and vibration tools including prolonged use of jackhammers and pavement breakers.
• Tolerate legally permissible exposure to dusts and chemicals, such as cement dust, solvents, and curing compounds.
• The person must be able to safely wear a respirator and is able to pass applicable medical and fit testing examinations.
• Must be able to hear commands from supervisors and back‑up safety alarms on equipment.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Education

• High School Diploma or GED.

Benefits

• Union provides benefits for employees.

Compensation

• Compensation Range (Southern California Only)
• Hourly Rate: $26.10 - $50.30 USD

Location

• City* Los Angeles
• State* California

Job Details

• Job Category: Construction
• Job Code: Construction1 Construction
• Affiliate Sponsor: Hensel Phelps

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This position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Cand Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On‑Site" at the location detailed in the job post.