General Laborer - Construction

Job overview

The General Laborer - Construction role is onsite at active construction sites in South Whitley, IN. Compensation is not specified. The laborer supports WJ Carey Construction crews and works alongside experienced tradespeople on active projects. The role helps keep construction work moving by preparing and cleaning job sites, moving materials, assisting trades and equipment operators, and completing general site tasks safely. Hands-on work also provides opportunities to learn construction tasks and techniques.

What you'll do

• Operate and care for assigned construction equipment, machinery, and hand tools
• load, unload, move, and organize materials
• clear debris and hazards
• assist equipment operators and trades
• assemble and dismantle temporary structures and jobsite setups as directed
• move, fill, or compact earth
• follow supervisor instructions and safety procedures
• clean and organize work areas
• learn construction tasks through hands-on training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

construction laborer

general labor

jobsite support

material handling

site cleanup

hand tools

construction safety

south whitley in

wj carey construction

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• company-paid $25,000 life insurance policy
• vacation accrual from the first day
• six paid holidays after 90 days
• qualifying travel per diem
• and growth opportunities.

Why this role

Requires at least three years of construction general labor experience, a valid driver’s license, high school diploma or equivalent, and ability to lift 60+ pounds and work at heights up to 45 feet. Travel per diem is available for qualifying travel to jobsites more than 40 miles from the office.

About the employer

WJ Carey Construction Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Sector: 23.