Job Title: Construction Helper
Job Description
The Construction Helper supports carpenters and other trades by performing general labor tasks, material handling, and basic construction activities in an outdoor, industrial environment. This role involves crating and uncrating pallets, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and assisting with a wide range of construction duties while working closely with an experienced team.
Responsibilities
Crate and uncrate pallets safely and efficiently, ensuring materials remain organized and protected.
Perform basic cleanup duties, including debris removal, sweeping, and maintaining a tidy and safe work area.
Assist carpenters and other tradespeople with general construction tasks as directed.
Deliver and move water jugs weighing up to 40 lbs and other materials as needed throughout the job site.
Handle general labor tasks such as loading, unloading, and moving construction materials and equipment.
Use hand and power tools to support installation, assembly, demolition, and other construction-related activities.
Measure materials accurately using a tape measure to support cutting, installation, and layout tasks.
Support landscaping and exterior site work as needed, including working on uneven terrain and in outdoor conditions.
Follow all site safety procedures and participate in a very safety-focused environment, including buddy system training.
Collaborate with team members and supervisors to complete tasks on time and according to project requirements.
Care for and properly use personal tools required for the role, ensuring they are maintained and available on site.
Adapt to changing job duties and assist with various construction and production tasks as projects progress.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of construction experience in a general labor, helper, or similar role.
Ability to lift at least 35 lbs and regularly handle items up to 40 lbs safely.
Experience working with basic hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, and wrenches.
Comfort using power tools for basic construction, installation, assembly, and demolition tasks.
Ability to work outdoors with limited shade for extended periods.
Basic proficiency using a tape measure and reading measurements accurately.
Previous experience in construction, production, installation, assembly, demolition, landscaping, loading, or general labor.
Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively in a highly safety-conscious environment.
Reliability to work early morning shifts and maintain consistent attendance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
OSHA 10 training is preferred; training will be provided if not already obtained.
Previous experience moving materials using rigging or a forklift, or similar material-handling experience, is helpful.
Comfort performing basic construction job duties in an industrial campus setting.
Ownership of mandatory personal tools, including: claw hammer; plastic or rubber hammer; vise grips; wrench set (3/8" to 7/8" combination/socket); flat screwdrivers (3/16, 1/4, 3/8, 1/2); Phillips screwdrivers (#2 and #3); side cutters (tin snips); 8" level; 25'-30' tape measure; crescent wrench; 10" channel lock pliers; combination square; assorted Allen set (1/8" through 3/8"); flat bar; and a lockable plastic toolbox with lock.
Willingness to learn multiple construction trades through on-the-job training.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team with good communication and cooperation.
Why Work Here?
You will join a stable, long-term project environment with consistent work and significant overtime opportunities, typically offering around 15 hours of overtime each week. The role offers a clear path for career growth, with the potential to advance into lead, supervisor, or project management roles over time. You will benefit from contract-to-hire opportunities that support building a lasting career, along with extensive training across several construction trades to broaden your skills. The team emphasizes strong morale, regularly organizing events such as BBQs and pizza gatherings, and prioritizes a very safe work environment supported by structured buddy system training. Long-term project planning provides a high degree of job security and ongoing development opportunities.
Work Environment
This role is based on a large industrial campus environment and requires working primarily outdoors with limited shade. The standard schedule is approximately 50 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with an early 3:30 a.m. start time and regular overtime. Work is physically active and takes place on a busy construction site, involving frequent use of hand and power tools, material handling, and general labor tasks. Safety is a core focus, with a very structured safety culture and buddy system training. The environment is collaborative and team-oriented, with a strong emphasis on supporting one another to complete work safely and efficiently.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chandler, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 Chandler,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 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):
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