Job Title: Construction Laborer
Job Description
The construction laborer supports site preparation work year-round to ensure carpenters and other skilled trades can focus on their core tasks without distraction. This role involves a wide range of physical, hands-on duties such as shoveling, landscaping, installing fences and mailboxes, managing irrigation, and performing winter-specific tasks like pumping water, using heat blankets and hydronic surface heaters to thaw frozen ground, curing concrete, preventing frost, and providing temporary heat. The position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions and contributing to smooth, efficient construction operations.
Responsibilities
Perform a variety of site preparation tasks including shoveling, irrigation work, landscaping, and general ground maintenance.
Install fences, mailboxes, and other basic site fixtures as needed.
Support winter operations by pumping water, shoveling snow, and preparing construction sites for concrete trades.
Use heat blankets and large tarps to protect and cure concrete, prevent frost, and maintain appropriate temperatures on job sites.
Operate hydronic surface heaters (ground heaters) to thaw frozen ground, cure concrete, and provide temporary heat.
Handle materials safely and efficiently, including loading, unloading, and moving construction materials on site.
Use hand and power tools for general labor and construction tasks, following all safety guidelines.
Assist carpenters and skilled contractors by completing prep work so they can focus on their specialized tasks.
Work in all elements throughout the year, including rain, snow, and extreme temperatures, while maintaining productivity and safety.
Follow instructions from crew leads and supervisors accurately and promptly.
Meet daily at the shop location to join the crew and ride to job sites together.
Maintain personal readiness for long workdays, including bringing appropriate clothing, extra socks, and a change of dry clothes.
Provide own lunches, snacks, and beverages for the workday.
Be prepared to work overtime and occasional weekends, including up to 65 hours per week depending on weather and project needs.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of experience in construction.
At least 1 year of experience as a laborer in a physically demanding environment.
At least 1 year of experience in material handling using hand tools.
Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Demonstrated ability to follow directions well and work hard in a team setting.
Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions and temperatures.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
At least 1 year of experience working outside in cold conditions is preferred.
Experience with general landscaping and site preparation work is beneficial.
Exposure in any @type of construction environment is an advantage.
Reliability in arriving on time and meeting crew leads at the shop before traveling to job sites.
Strong work ethic and willingness to take on a wide variety of tasks as needed.
Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers steady, seasonal work with consistent hours and the chance to build valuable hands-on construction experience. High-performing employees have the potential to transition into a long-term, direct role with a well-established employer in the West Michigan area. The team culture emphasizes hard work, reliability, and supporting one another to keep projects moving smoothly, providing a stable environment for individuals who enjoy physical work and working outdoors.
Work Environment
The role is based out of a shop in the Byron Center, Michigan area, with daily travel from the shop to various job sites. This is a first-shift position, typically working from 6:00 a.m. to approximately 2:303:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a regular schedule of 45+ hours per week and the possibility of overtime up to 65 hours per week depending on weather and project demands. Weekend work is occasional, with Saturdays possible and Sundays extremely rare; employees are informed about weekend needs by Thursday or Friday, and supervisors seek volunteers first to minimize mandatory weekend work. The work takes place outdoors in all weather conditions, including cold, rain, snow, and varying temperatures, and involves frequent use of hand and power tools, material handling, and specialized equipment such as heat blankets and hydronic surface heaters. Employees must wear cold-weather, waterproof boots and warm clothing, with durable gear such as heavy-duty workwear strongly preferred. Bringing a change of dry clothes, extra socks, and personal food and beverages is important for comfort and safety throughout the day. The environment is physically demanding, fast-paced, and team-oriented, focused on supporting skilled trades and maintaining safe, efficient job sites
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mattawan, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mattawan, MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mattawan,MI.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
