Construction General Laborer
$22 - $25 per hourAerotek
Job Title: Construction General Laborer
Job Description
This role supports fast-paced trenching, excavation, and underground utility work on an airfield project. You safely operate heavy equipment, assist with pipe work and cable pulling, and work closely with the crew to complete tasks efficiently while following strict safety protocols and project specifications.
Responsibilities
Why Work Here?
This is a contract-to-hire opportunity that offers long-term stability, with extensive ongoing work available in the same area after the initial project is completed. You join a team that values safety, reliability, and steady employment, providing the chance to build your skills and grow with future projects.
Work Environment
This position is based outdoors on an airfield and related locations, involving regular exposure to weather conditions and active construction areas. The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule, with approximately 50 hours of work per week, reflecting a full-time, overtime-friendly environment centered around heavy equipment operation and underground utility construction.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hampton, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Hampton,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 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.
Job Description
This role supports fast-paced trenching, excavation, and underground utility work on an airfield project. You safely operate heavy equipment, assist with pipe work and cable pulling, and work closely with the crew to complete tasks efficiently while following strict safety protocols and project specifications.
Responsibilities
- Perform fast-paced digging and trenching work on an airfield in accordance with project specifications and safety standards.
- Safely operate excavators, dozers, and other heavy machinery to support pipe installation and underground utility work.
- Assist with cable pulling, running wires, and general construction labor tasks related to underground utilities.
- Inspect heavy equipment and machinery before use and at the end of each workday to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures consistently while working around heavy equipment and active construction areas.
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to coordinate tasks and meet project deadlines.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and support the crew with general labor duties as needed.
- Certification in trenching and excavation.
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as excavators and dozers.
- Experience in construction general labor, including digging and pipe work.
- Experience with underground utility work, including excavation and cable pulling.
- Ability to follow detailed project specifications and safety protocols.
- Capability to work efficiently in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
- DBIDS qualification for base access.
- Experience working on military or secured installations such as airfields.
- Familiarity with heavy equipment operation in underground utility projects.
Why Work Here?
This is a contract-to-hire opportunity that offers long-term stability, with extensive ongoing work available in the same area after the initial project is completed. You join a team that values safety, reliability, and steady employment, providing the chance to build your skills and grow with future projects.
Work Environment
This position is based outdoors on an airfield and related locations, involving regular exposure to weather conditions and active construction areas. The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule, with approximately 50 hours of work per week, reflecting a full-time, overtime-friendly environment centered around heavy equipment operation and underground utility construction.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hampton, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Hampton,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 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.
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