Job Title: General Laborer
Job Description
This role supports a long-term, high-end residential demolition project by performing site cleanup, assisting with material deliveries, and helping maintain a safe and organized work area. You will work closely with the project team to ensure the site remains clean, secure, and ready for ongoing construction activities.
Responsibilities
Perform daily site cleanup, including removal of debris, sweeping, and organizing materials to maintain a safe and orderly work area.
Assist with material deliveries by unloading, moving, and staging materials in designated areas on the jobsite.
Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to support demolition and construction activities as directed.
Block off entries and exit ways to control access and help maintain a secure and safe work zone.
Drill plywood and assist with temporary protections or barriers as needed for the project.
Follow directions from project leadership and coordinate tasks with the field team to support project schedules.
Adhere to all safety procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and compliance with site safety requirements.
Support various general construction labor tasks as needed throughout the duration of the project.
Essential Skills
Experience performing general labor duties on construction sites.
Ability to perform thorough site cleanup, including debris removal and organization of materials.
Hands-on experience using hand tools and power tools in a construction environment.
Familiarity with blocking off entries and exit ways to maintain safe and secure work areas.
Ability to assist with material deliveries, including unloading, moving, and staging materials.
Current OSHA 30 certification.
Current Site Safety Training (SST) certification.
Ability to follow safety protocols and instructions from project leadership.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
High-end residential construction or demolition experience preferred.
Comfort working on long-term projects with evolving site conditions.
Strong work ethic and reliability, with the ability to arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
Willingness to perform a variety of general labor tasks as needed.
Why Work Here?
You will join a growing general contractor with multiple active projects, offering the opportunity to transition to other sites after being hired directly. The company supports long-term employment, provides essential safety gear, and fosters a culture of reliability, teamwork, and professional growth. After your first month, you will receive a hard hat and company-branded T-shirts, reinforcing a sense of belonging and team identity.
Work Environment
This position is based on high-end residential demolition projects located in Manhattan. You will work on an active construction site from Monday to Friday, typically from 6:00 am or 8:00 a.m. to 2:00pm or 4:00 p.m. The environment involves working around construction equipment, debris, and materials, requiring consistent attention to safety and cleanliness. You will report directly to the project management team on site and use standard construction tools and personal protective equipment, including a hard hat provided after one month. The role requires appropriate work attire suitable for a construction site, including safety gear and durable clothing.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.
Pay and Benefits
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 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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