Job Title: Construction Laborer
Job Description
The Construction Laborer will support demolition and cleanup activities on commercial building projects, with a strong focus on school renovations over the summer. You will remove building components, handle debris, and maintain a clean, safe work area while working in physically demanding and hot conditions. This role requires reliable transportation to travel between multiple job sites and a strong work ethic to stay active and productive throughout the day.
Responsibilities
Perform demolition tasks in commercial buildings, including removing walls, ceilings, floors, studs, doors, windows, and mechanical systems.
Carry, load, and dispose of construction debris and materials into dumpsters throughout the workday.
Use basic hand tools, shovels, and brooms to break down materials, clean up debris, and maintain a tidy job site.
Work on multiple school and commercial projects, traveling to different job sites as needed.
Remain on your feet for the majority of the shift and stay consistently busy performing manual labor tasks.
Follow instructions from site leads and adhere to all safety procedures and site rules.
Work effectively in hot conditions and adapt to changing site conditions and tasks.
Wear required safety footwear and use equipment and tools properly to prevent accidents and injuries.
Essential Skills
Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday.
Experience performing manual labor, including demolition and debris removal.
Comfort working in hot conditions and in physically demanding environments.
Ability to remain on your feet and stay active for the entire shift.
Basic experience using hand tools, shovels, and other simple construction tools.
Reliable transportation to travel independently to various job sites.
Ownership and use of steel toe boots while on site.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Prior experience on commercial construction or demolition projects is an asset.
Experience working on school or similar institutional projects is beneficial.
Interest in growing into leadership roles such as foreperson or crew lead over time.
Why Work Here?
You will join a team that values hard work, reliability, and initiative, offering a strong opportunity to extend your employment beyond the busy summer season if you perform well. Consistently proving yourself on site can open doors to advancement into leadership roles, including opportunities to lead crews and take on more responsibility. This environment rewards those who show up, work safely, and contribute positively to the team, providing a clear path for growth for motivated individuals.
Work Environment
You will work on active commercial construction sites, with a primary focus on school projects, often in hot weather and physically demanding conditions. The role is entirely on-site and involves constant movement, lifting, and manual labor throughout the day. You will use basic construction tools such as hand tools, shovels, and brooms, and you will be required to wear steel toe boots as part of the site safety expectations. Work is performed across multiple locations, so you must be comfortable driving to different job sites as needed, all within the same general area.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Northville, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Northville,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.
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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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