Construction Laborer

Construction Laborer

S.E.T., Inc. — Job Description

Construction Laborer

Heavy Highway / Civil Construction — Union Position (LIUNA)

LocationLowellville, OH — projects throughout Ohio and Western PA

Job TypeFull-Time

PayUnion scale per the applicable CBA plus full fringe benefit package

Reports ToForeman / General Foreman

About S.E.T., Inc.

S.E.T., Inc. is a growing heavy civil contractor specializing in highway, bridge, and infrastructure construction across Ohio and surrounding states. As a $100M+ contractor, we are focused on disciplined growth, operational excellence, and building strong internal systems to support long-term expansion.

We're hiring Construction Laborers to run with our crews this season and beyond, working across roadway reconstruction, bridge work, and underground utilities.

Position Overview

The Construction Laborer supports crews across traffic control, underground utility installation, concrete work, asphalt paving, and general site work on active heavy highway and civil construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• —Setting and maintaining work zone traffic control — cones, drums, barricades, signage, temporary striping, and flagging operations
• —Assisting with underground utility installation: storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main — pipe laying, bedding and backfill, catch basins, manholes, laser and grade work
• —Concrete work — setting and stripping forms, placing and finishing curb and gutter, sidewalk, barrier wall, headwalls, and bridge deck work
• —Asphalt paving support — raking, luting, shoveling, joint and crack sealing, working around the paver and rollers
• —Hand excavation around live utilities, grade checking, and general grade work
• —Demolition and saw cutting, jackhammer and pneumatic tool operation
• —Rebar placement and tying
• —Erosion and sediment control — silt fence, inlet protection, seeding and mulching
• —Guardrail and attenuator installation, signpost setting
• —Operating small equipment as assigned: plate compactor, jumping jack, walk-behind roller, concrete saw, chainsaw, trash pumps, skid steer
• —Loading, unloading, and staging materials; daily site cleanup and housekeeping
• —Following all safety policies, JSAs, and toolbox talks; keeping the work zone safe for the crew and the traveling public

Qualifications

Required

• —1–3 years of heavy highway, civil, or underground construction experience preferred, but candidates willing to learn will be considered
• —Ability to read and follow grade stakes, cut sheets, and basic plan information
• —Familiarity with work zone setup and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) standards
• —Comfortable working around heavy equipment, live traffic, and in open excavations
• —Dependable attendance and the ability to work as part of a crew
• —Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to jobsites
• —Willingness to travel and work out of town, including occasional out-of-state project assignments

Certifications (Current or Willing to Obtain)

• —OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction
• —Work zone / flagger certification (ATSSA or state-approved)
• —Confined space entry, trench safety awareness
• —First Aid / CPR
• —MSHA Part 46/48 for aggregate or plant-adjacent work
• —CDL Class A or B — a plus, not required

Union Status

LIUNA — Laborers' International Union of North America

This is a union position covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA).

Applicants who are not currently members in good standing of a Laborers' Union must be willing and able to join the Union and to maintain membership and pay applicable dues and fees, in accordance with the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, as a condition of continued employment.

S.E.T., Inc will assist qualified candidates through the referral, registration, and onboarding process with the Local. Union membership provides access to LIUNA training and apprenticeship programs, pension and annuity, health and welfare coverage, and portability of benefits across signatory contractors and jurisdictions — your benefits travel with you.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• —Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50–75 lbs.
• —Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work on uneven ground for a full shift
• —Work outdoors in all weather — heat, cold, rain, and mud
• —Overtime, weekend, night shift, and out-of-town work may be required depending on the project
• —Pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing per company and CBA policy

What We're Looking For

• —Someone who shows up ready to work and takes direction well
• —A team player who works safely around heavy equipment and live traffic
• —Reliable and willing to learn multiple crafts across the crew

Compensation & Benefits

• —Union scale wages per the applicable CBA
• —Full fringe package: health and welfare, pension, annuity, and training funds
• —Overtime, travel pay and per diem on out-of-town assignments
• —Steady work for dependable hands

S.E.T., Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.