General Site Laborer Job at SkipCo LLC, Merrillville, IN

  • SkipCo LLC
  • Merrillville, IN

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

OVERVIEW

The Construction General Laborer supports day-to-day project operations across both commercial and residential job sites. Working closely with Site Superintendents and the General Superintendent, this role is highly dynamic, hands-on, and requires daily flexibility. The laborer must travel to multiple job sites on a weekly—and sometimes daily—basis. The primary goal is assisting with physical tasks while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment for our teams and subcontractors.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Site Prep & Maintenance: Prepare, clean, and organize commercial and residential sites for daily operations.

· Site improvements: Remove vegetation, plantings, other land and hardscape materials. If required replace with new

· Material Handling: Transport and handle construction materials, tools, and equipment safely across sites.

· Manual Labor: Execute manual tasks with minimal supervision, adapting quickly to evolving project needs.

· Temporary Structures: Install and assemble scaffolding, ladders, enclosures, and job site signage.

· Machinery Operation: Safely work alongside heavy and light machinery, including forklifts, skid steers, lulls, and rental equipment while assisting the operators.

· Tool Operation: Run basic site equipment such as pumps, generators, shop vacs, and various power tools.

· Demolition: Assist with light demolition, debris removal, and general site teardown work.

· Handyman Tasks: Perform basic tasks in carpentry, painting, caulking, electrical work, and plumbing as required.

· Reporting: Track and document daily assignments accurately to assist with project progress reporting.

· Shop Care: Maintain, clean, and organize shop tools and equipment.

· Safety commitment: Consistently maintains a safety-first mindset, following site protocols and OSHA guidelines.

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Requirements:

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

· Experience: Proven construction labor background spanning multiple project types (commercial and residential).

· Technical Skill: Hands-on experience operating power tools, equipment, and construction machinery.

· Safety First: Consistent safety-first mindset, strictly following site protocols and best practices.

· Scheduling Flexibility : Dependable and available for night shifts, weekends, and off-hours work.

· Autonomy: Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks independently with minimal supervision.

· Driving (Preferred/Not Required): Ability to safely pull a trailer with a truck is highly preferred.

· Soft Skills: Friendly, professional, adaptable, and thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments.

· Problem Solving: Skilled in real-time problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Must be able to work in an environment that requires a strong sense of physicality

· Capable of standing and walking for extended periods in various job site environments

· Physically able to climb ladders, bend, crouch, and access confined spaces as needed

· Able to safely lift and carry up to 50 to 75 pounds

· Willing and available to work off-hours, including nights and weekends, to meet project and client needs

BENEFITS

· Medical benefits paid 70/30

· Dental/Vision 100% covered by employer

COMPENSATION

· Starting at $20/hr

\nCompany Description

At SkipCo., we specialize in providing top-quality construction labor to general contractors, developers, and project managers across the region. With a team of highly skilled tradespeople and laborers, we support your build from the ground up — safely, efficiently, and on time. We take pride in our work with everything we do. From keeping our areas clean to the finishing touches as a project nears completion.

Company Description

At SkipCo., we specialize in providing top-quality construction labor to general contractors, developers, and project managers across the region. With a team of highly skilled tradespeople and laborers, we support your build from the ground up — safely, efficiently, and on time. We take pride in our work with everything we do. From keeping our areas clean to the finishing touches as a project nears completion.

Job Tags

Temporary work, For contractors, For subcontractor

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