Traveling Construction Laborer

Job Title: Traveling Construction Technician –

Job Description

This role involves traveling to various job sites to assist with the installation, testing, removal, and disposal of petroleum tanks, piping, and related equipment. You will perform hands-on construction tasks, operate a range of tools and machinery, and follow strict safety procedures while working extended hours and frequently staying out of town overnight.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installing and testing petroleum tanks, piping, and other related equipment at various job sites.
• Assist in the removal and proper disposal of old petroleum equipment in compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Move, secure, install, build, load, and unload construction materials and equipment as directed.
• Follow established safety procedures and protocols on every job to maintain a safe work environment.
• Operate a variety of power tools, hand tools, skid loaders, air compressors, forklifts, and other related tools and equipment as required.
• Support carpentry-related tasks associated with petroleum equipment installation and construction activities.
• Travel regularly to out-of-town job sites and stay overnight as needed to complete projects.
• Work extended shifts, often up to 60 hours per week, based on project schedules and operational needs.

Essential Skills

• Experience in a construction-related field, with the ability to perform manual construction work.
• Ability to safely operate construction equipment, including power tools, hand tools, skid loaders, air compressors, and forklifts.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to meet insurability requirements and maintain a good driving record.
• Willingness and ability to work out of town and stay overnight on a frequent basis.
• Capacity to work extended hours, including long shifts and up to 60 hours per week, as project demands require.
• Strong adherence to safety procedures and ability to work effectively on active construction sites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred or willingness to obtain one.
• Comfort working with a wide range of construction tools and equipment in varying field conditions.

Why Work Here?

You will join a field-focused team that values hands-on craftsmanship, safety, and reliability. The role offers consistent, full-time hours with the opportunity for substantial overtime, providing strong earning potential for those who enjoy working hard and staying busy. Frequent travel and overnight stays create variety in your work, allowing you to see different locations and projects rather than being confined to a single site. You will gain practical experience with specialized petroleum equipment and construction tools, building skills that are valuable and transferable across the construction and industrial sectors.

Work Environment

This is a field-based role that requires frequent travel to different job sites and regular overnight stays away from home. Typical workweeks can extend up to 60 hours, with early start times and long shifts, as illustrated by example schedules such as 4:30 a.m. to early evening or later. You will work outdoors and in active construction environments, often around heavy equipment and petroleum-related infrastructure. The position involves extensive use of hand tools, power tools, skid loaders, air compressors, forklifts, and other construction equipment. The work environment emphasizes strict adherence to safety procedures and may require appropriate workwear suitable for construction sites, including durable clothing and protective gear, in line with company and site-specific safety requirements.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Stewartville, MN.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Stewartville,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

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.