General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Laborer – Field Operations (Construction)
Job Description

This role supports field operations on commercial and multifamily construction projects by assisting excavation and utility crews, preparing work areas, and operating tools and equipment. You will work closely with site teams to stay one step ahead of active crews, helping ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality completion of underground utilities, site work, and related civil construction activities. The position offers clear opportunities for advancement into higher-level roles over time.

Responsibilities

• Support field operations on commercial, multifamily, and site development projects by assisting excavation and utility crews.
• Prepare work areas in advance of excavation and utility activities, ensuring sites are safe, organized, and ready for the next phase of work.
• Use hand tools and small power tools to complete general construction and utility-related tasks as directed.
• Operate and assist with the setup and use of rotary lasers to help establish grades and elevations under supervision.
• Measure distances and verify dimensions using tape measures and other measuring tools to support accurate layout and installation.
• Assist with general labor duties such as loading and unloading materials, cleaning work areas, and maintaining a tidy and safe jobsite.
• Stay one step ahead of field crews by anticipating needs, staging materials, and organizing tools and equipment.
• Apply basic math skills to interpret measurements, think through field challenges, and make practical, jobsite-appropriate decisions.
• Contribute to drainage, grading, and utility construction activities as needed, following instructions from supervisors and experienced operators.
• Follow all safety procedures and practices while working around trench boxes, excavation areas, and heavy equipment.
• Support general production tasks in a fast-paced environment where priorities and tasks may change quickly.
• Drive to and from jobsites using reliable transportation, arriving on time and ready for physically demanding, hands-on work.

• At least 1 year of experience in underground utilities, site work, or related fieldwork.
• Comfort using hand tools such as shovels, picks, and basic construction tools in a field environment.
• Experience using small power tools safely and effectively on construction or utility projects.
• Ability to use rotary lasers or the capability and willingness to quickly develop this skill with relevant field experience.
• Basic math skills to calculate measurements, understand elevations, and solve straightforward field problems.
• Interest in and enjoyment of physical, hands-on work in a fast-paced, changing jobsite environment.
• Ability to adapt to shifting tasks and priorities while maintaining productivity and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to various commercial jobsites.
• Comfort working outdoors on commercial construction sites in varying weather conditions.
• General construction, general labor, and general production experience in a field or jobsite setting.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Comfort working around drainage, grading, civil, and utility construction activities.
• Willingness to learn and use technology such as GPS and laser equipment as needed.

• P6 license held or ability to obtain a P6 license within a reasonable timeframe.
• Experience installing drainage systems or water-related infrastructure.
• Familiarity with trench boxes and excavation safety practices.
• Proficiency in using Topcon GPS systems on construction or civil projects.
• Ability to perform layout work, including setting stakes and establishing grades.
• Capability to read and interpret blueprints and elevations accurately.
• Experience working on grading, civil, or utility construction projects.
• Comfort working with newer equipment and modern construction technology.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with field crews and office staff.

You will join a company that invests in both your professional and personal well-being through comprehensive benefits, modern equipment, and meaningful perks. Once you transition to permanent status, you receive health, dental, and vision insurance with full employer coverage, as well as a 401(k) plan with a company match and access to professional personal financial advice. The organization uses newer equipment with modern technology and provides unique benefits such as two prepaid plane tickets anywhere in the USA each year for personal use and personal access to equipment when it does not interfere with work schedules. Dedicated office staff support you with data tracking, emails, computer usage, and scheduling, allowing you to focus on field work while still benefiting from strong administrative and technological support.

Work Environment

This role is based on commercial jobsites and is primarily outdoors. You will work in active construction environments that involve underground utilities, site work, grading, drainage, and civil utility construction. The work is physically demanding and hands-on, requiring frequent use of hand tools, power tools, tape measures, rotary lasers, and modern construction technology such as GPS systems, including Topcon equipment. You will work around excavation areas, trench boxes, and heavy equipment, following established safety practices. The environment is fast-paced, with tasks and priorities that can change quickly as projects progress. You will be supported by office staff for data tracking, email communication, computer usage, and scheduling, while working with newer equipment and modern technology on outdoor commercial sites.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Middletown, CT.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Middletown,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.