Construction Laborer

Job Title: Construction Laborer

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Pay: $18-$20 an hour

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Construction Laborer to support various construction projects. This role involves assisting skilled trades, maintaining job sites, and performing general labor duties to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting materials, tools, and equipment on job sites

• Clean and prepare construction sites by removing debris and maintaining a safe work environment

• Assist skilled trades such as carpenters, electricians, and masons with daily tasks

• Set up and take down scaffolding, temporary structures, and equipment

• Dig trenches, backfill holes, and perform basic site preparation work

• Operate hand tools and basic power tools as needed

• Follow instructions from supervisors and adhere to construction plans

• Maintain and organize tools, equipment, and materials on-site

• Comply with all safety regulations, policies, and OSHA guidelines

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Previous construction or general labor experience is a plus

• Ability to use hand and power tools safely

• Strong work ethic and ability to follow directions

• Ability to work well in a team environment

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jersey City, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Jersey City,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.