Construction Laborer

The General Laborer supports a long-term, high-end residential demolition project by performing site cleanup, material delivery, and basic construction support tasks. This role helps maintain a safe, organized job site while assisting the project team with day-to-day operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough site cleanup, including removing debris, sweeping, and maintaining a clean and organized work area throughout the project.
• Assist with material deliveries by unloading, staging, and moving materials to designated areas on the job site.
• Support construction activities on a high-end residential demolition project as directed by the project team.
• Use general construction hand tools and power tools safely and correctly to complete assigned tasks.
• Block off entries and exit ways to control access and maintain a safe work environment around active work areas.
• Drill and install plywood and similar materials as needed to secure areas and support demolition activities.
• Follow all site safety procedures and comply with OSHA and site-specific safety requirements.
• Communicate with project team members to understand daily priorities and complete tasks efficiently.
• Report progress, issues, or safety concerns promptly to the project leadership on site.

• Experience performing general labor duties on construction sites.
• Ability to perform site cleanup tasks, including debris removal and general housekeeping.
• Hands-on experience using basic construction hand tools.
• Hands-on experience using power tools in a construction or demolition environment.
• Ability to assist with material deliveries, including lifting, carrying, and staging materials safely.
• Familiarity with site safety practices, including blocking off entries and exit ways.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• SST (Site Safety Training) certification.

• High-end residential construction or demolition experience preferred.
• Experience working on high-end residential projects in urban environments is a plus.
• Ability to follow directions from project leadership and work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks.

You will join a stable construction team that offers long-term project opportunities and the ability to move between multiple active projects in the city. The company supports professional growth by placing workers on high-end residential projects, providing exposure to quality workmanship and well-run job sites. After demonstrating reliability, you receive company-provided gear such as a hard hat and branded T-shirts, reinforcing a sense of team identity and belonging.

Work Environment

This role is based on high-end residential demolition projects located above 59th Street in New York City. You work on active construction sites, frequently handling materials, tools, and debris in a fast-paced environment. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You report directly to on-site project management. The work involves standing, walking, lifting, and working around noise, dust, and typical demolition conditions while following all safety protocols. Appropriate construction attire and personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, are required on site, and company-branded T-shirts are provided after one month.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $27.00/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 New York,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 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.