Skilled Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

The Skilled Laborer performs advanced labor tasks requiring experience, specialized training, certifications, or equipment operation. This position supports construction, restoration, warehouse, manufacturing, demolition, and industrial projects while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.

The Skilled Laborer is expected to work independently with minimal supervision and assist in training General Laborers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Construction & Restoration

• Perform demolition, debris removal, and job site cleanup.
• Assist with water, fire, mold, storm, and reconstruction projects.
• Install and remove containment barriers.
• Set up drying equipment, air movers, dehumidifiers, and HEPA filtration equipment.
• Perform basic carpentry, framing, drywall, insulation, painting, and finishing work.
• Assist with emergency response and after-hours projects.

Equipment Operation

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, skid steers, scissor lifts, and other approved equipment.
• Load and unload materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance issues.

Warehouse Operations

• Receive, organize, and stage materials.
• Perform inventory counts and warehouse maintenance.
• Prepare equipment and supplies for job deployment.

Leadership Support

• Mentor and assist General Laborers.
• Ensure work is completed according to client specifications.
• Promote safe work practices and job site organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of labor, construction, restoration, warehouse, or industrial experience.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Restoration industry experience preferred.
• Ability to read work orders and follow project instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation.

Preferred Certifications

• Forklift Certification
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• IICRC WRT (Water Restoration Technician)
• IICRC ASD (Applied Structural Drying)
• Mold Remediation Training
• First Aid/CPR

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Climb ladders and work at heights.
• Frequently bend, kneel, crawl, and stand for extended periods.
• Work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.

Performance Expectations

• Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Follow safety procedures at all times.
• Complete assigned tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Demonstrate leadership and professionalism.
• Support company goals and client satisfaction initiatives.

At On Call Labor, we provide dependable, restoration-trained labor to help restoration contractors respond quickly to emergency losses, catastrophe events, and peak workloads. Our crews are ready to support water, fire, mold, demolition, cleanup, contents handling, and warehouse operations—allowing our clients to scale their workforce without the expense and commitment of permanent hires. With 24/7 availability, rapid response, and a safety-focused team, we're the labor partner restoration professionals can count on when every minute matters.

Company Description

At On Call Labor, we provide dependable, restoration-trained labor to help restoration contractors respond quickly to emergency losses, catastrophe events, and peak workloads. Our crews are ready to support water, fire, mold, demolition, cleanup, contents handling, and warehouse operations—allowing our clients to scale their workforce without the expense and commitment of permanent hires. With 24/7 availability, rapid response, and a safety-focused team, we're the labor partner restoration professionals can count on when every minute matters.