Construction Laborer

Aerotek
Waterloo, IA

General Construction Worker / Concrete Laborer / Carpenter Helper

We are hiring General Construction Workers for commercial construction projects. This role is ideal for individuals with construction, concrete, carpentry, or general labor experience who are dependable, safety‑focused, and ready to work hands‑on in the field.

🔧 Job Responsibilities

  • Assist with daily construction and jobsite tasks including cleanup, material handling, and equipment staging
  • Support concrete and carpentry crews with preparation and workflow
  • Mix, pour, place, and finish concrete while maintaining quality standards
  • Set, align, and strip concrete forms
  • Perform rough and finish carpentry tasks such as framing, installation, and repairs
  • Measure, cut, and assemble materials using hand and power tools
  • Read and follow blueprints, drawings, and supervisor instructions
  • Load and unload materials, tools, and jobsite equipment
  • Maintain a safe, clean jobsite in compliance with OSHA and company standards
  • Work as part of a team to meet daily production and project deadlines

Required Experience

  • 2+ years of construction experience, such as:
    • General construction labor
    • Concrete work or concrete finishing
    • Carpentry or framing
    • Commercial or residential construction
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions
  • Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
  • Strong attendance and reliability

Preferred Experience (Not Required)

  • Concrete finishing or form work
  • Finish carpentry experience
  • Metal stud framing or drywall
  • Blueprint reading
  • Experience using tape measure, hand tools, and power tools

🏗️ Work Environment

  • Commercial construction job sites
  • Team‑based crews (typically 3–10 workers per site)
  • Standard schedule: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday–Friday
  • Dress Code: work boots, jeans, T‑shirt or sweatshirt
  • Physical, hands‑on work in active construction environments

🎁 Why This Role

  • Competitive pay ($18–$25/hr, based on experience)
  • Opportunities to advance into foreman, superintendent, or office roles
  • Health insurance benefits
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
  • Long‑term stability in commercial construction
👉 Apply Now

📱 Text “CONSTRUCTION” to 319 252 2304 to get started today!

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waterloo, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $28.00/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 Waterloo,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 10, 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.

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