Construction Laborer / Skilled Trades Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Company: Nova Construction
Location: Charlestown, IN
Pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour (Based on Experience) Join the Nova Construction Team! Nova Construction is seeking dependable, hardworking individuals to assist with the interior construction of a new healthcare facility. This position is ideal for someone with general construction experience who enjoys working alongside skilled trades and learning new skills. As a Construction Laborer / Skilled Trades Helper, you will assist multiple trades throughout the construction process, including carpentry, painting, drywall, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, low-voltage systems, IT infrastructure, flooring, finish work, and general construction activities. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist skilled trades with interior commercial construction projects.
• Help install HVAC ductwork, ventilation systems, and mechanical equipment.
• Assist plumbers with installing water, drain, and medical gas piping.
• Assist electricians with running conduit, pulling wire, installing electrical components, and other general electrical tasks under supervision.
• Assist with running low-voltage cabling and IT infrastructure, including network, communication, and security system wiring.
• Help with painting, drywall installation and finishing, framing, insulation, and ceiling systems.
• Assist with flooring installation, trim work, doors, hardware, and other finish carpentry.
• Perform demolition, site preparation, material handling, and job site cleanup.
• Load, unload, organize, and transport tools, equipment, and construction materials.
• Safely operate hand and power tools.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and all company safety policies.
• Perform other construction-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous construction or general labor experience preferred.
• Experience assisting one or more construction trades is a plus.
• Ability to safely use common construction hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more and perform physically demanding work.
• Strong work ethic, dependable attendance, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable transportation to the job site.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Preferred Experience Experience in any of the following is a plus:

• Commercial construction
• Carpentry
• Painting
• Drywall
• HVAC installation
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Low-voltage or IT cabling
• Fire alarm or security systems
• Flooring
• Ceiling systems
• Finish carpentry
• Demolition
• General construction labor

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour , based on experience.
• Full-time employment with consistent hours.
• Opportunity to work on a major commercial healthcare construction project.
• Safe, professional, team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for advancement with Nova Construction as future projects become available.

If you're dependable, motivated, and enjoy hands-on work, we'd love to have you join the Nova Construction team!