Construction Helper

Our client is a trusted and growing concrete‑cutting and selective‑demolition contractor serving commercial and industrial clients throughout the Raleigh–Durham region and surrounding areas. Known for their commitment to safety, integrity, and quality workmanship, they offer a wide range of services including flat sawing, wall and wire sawing, core drilling, hand‑sawing, selective demolition, and concrete removal and repair.

As their team continues to grow, our client is seeking a hardworking and dependable Construction Helper to support Operators in performing concrete sawing, drilling, cutting, and selective demolition services. This position is physically demanding and requires a strong work ethic, a focus on safety, and a willingness to learn. Helpers assist with transporting equipment, preparing jobsites, handling materials, maintaining tools.

• Jobsite Support
• Assist Operators in setting up and transporting equipment to/from jobsites.
• Assist in preparing jobsites by unloading tools, staging equipment.
• Assist in handling debris, slurry, and material removal from work areas.

• Equipment and Vehicle Care
• Transport equipment daily between the yard and job sites.
• Assist in cleaning tools, equipment, and vehicles daily to ensure readiness for the next job.
• Assist Operators in basic preventive maintenance tasks and inspections.
• Report equipment issues promptly to Operators or the shop mechanic by using Tyfoom forms.
• Manage personal expendables usage.

• Safety & Compliance
• Comply with company safety procedures and OSHA regulations diligently.
• Wear required PPE consistently.
• Assist in setting up barricades, signage, and other safety controls on jobsites.
• Participate in Job Hazard Analysis with operator on each job after work is reviewed with site contact.
• Review safety plan with operator to assess need for respirator use when performing tasks that require respirator use.
• Assess safety risks with operator associated with working in extreme environments (take breaks in heat).
• Use tools and equipment when possible, to minimize physical exertion and risk of injury.
• Report near misses.
• Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe and professional manner at all times.
• Learn safe use of equipment with body positioning, keeping guarding on tools, using mounted drills when necessary, etc.

• Administration & Communication
• Support Operators in completing job‑related paperwork.
• Turn receipts in in a timely manner.
• Communicate respectfully with team members, clients, and supervisors.
• Report progress, challenges, and delays to the Operator or Field Manager.

• Professional Development
• Participate in on‑the‑job training to learn tool operation and industry practices.
• Develop proficiency in basic concrete sawing, drilling, and demolition tasks.
• Show initiative and readiness to advance toward Operator role within 1‑2 years.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous construction or labor experience helpful but not required.
• Strong physical stamina.
• Willing to work in weather conditions that may be adverse (hot/cold/rain).
• Good driving record with current license.
• Strong mechanical abilities.
• Safety Oriented.
• Self‑motivated.
• Problem solving ability.
• Time management skills.
• Willing to work hard.
• Dependable & reliable.
• Work as a team.
• Career Oriented.
• Willing to learn.
• Mathematical aptitude (willing to train measurements & calculations).
• Normal periods of sitting and standing in an office environment.
• Lifting and/or pushing objects up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis.

$20 - $22 an hour