General Construction Laborer | Nehring Construction, Inc.

Nehring Construction, Inc. is recruiting General Construction Laborers for 2026 under the U.S. H-2B Temporary Worker Visa program. This full-time opportunity is based in Des Moines, Iowa, with assignments across multiple counties within the area of intended employment. The offered wage is from $24.89 per hour, with potential for higher rates based on skill level and seniority.

This role is ideal for international candidates seeking lawful seasonal employment in the United States construction sector, with employer-supported transportation to designated worksites.

As a General Construction Laborer, you will perform essential manual and physical tasks to support construction site preparation, concrete work, and general site operations. The position involves outdoor work in varying weather conditions and requires physical stamina and mobility.

Work schedules generally consist of 35+ hours per week, with 8-hour shifts between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Overtime may be available as needed and must be pre-approved. Flexibility is required, as evening, weekend, or holiday work may occasionally occur depending on project demands.

Nehring Construction, Inc. is a U.S.

-based construction company operating across several counties in Iowa, including Polk, Dallas, Story, Boone, Marshall, Jasper, Madison, Warren, and Marion. The company provides structured on-the-job training and maintains compliance with H-2B temporary labor regulations. The employer ensures transportation from its Des Moines base location to assigned worksites or allows direct reporting where appropriate.

• Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate hazards
• Dig trenches, backfill excavations, and compact or level earth
• Erect and dismantle forms for concrete pouring
• Smooth and finish freshly poured cement or concrete
• Set braces and erect scaffolding as required
• Operate hand and power tools such as rakes, shovels, tampers, and measuring equipment
• Remove rubble and waste materials to maintain safe worksites
• Secure job sites at the end of each workday
• Assist skilled craftsmen, operators, and drivers as needed
• Perform additional duties consistent with the Construction Laborer classification

• Eligibility for H-2B Temporary Worker Visa
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor labor
• Capability to lift, dig, and work in extreme weather conditions
• Willingness to travel to multiple worksites within Iowa
• Flexibility to work variable schedules and potential overtime
• Commitment to comply with employment contract terms and workplace policies
• No formal education or prior experience required; training provided

This General Construction Laborer position offers international workers a structured pathway to gain U.S. construction experience under the H-2B visa program. With competitive hourly wages, employer-provided transportation, and on-the-job training, it represents a solid seasonal employment opportunity in Iowa’s growing construction sector for 2026.