Construction Laborer​/Carpenter

Construction Laborer / Carpenter – Benderson Development

Location:

Rochester, NY

We are seeking a skilled Construction Laborer/Carpenter to join our team at Benderson Development. The successful candidate will support onsite construction activities, maintain equipment, and assist with demolition and paint projects.

• Unload tools, prepare building site materials, stack building materials, and set up equipment.
• Follow project instructions from construction superintendent.
• Consult with construction plans and other tradesmen working on the job.
• Use construction and maintenance tools and equipment to complete daily tasks.
• Follow all health and safety regulations when operating equipment.
• Ensure regulated and proper headgear, earplugs, gloves, safety glasses, and clothing are worn.
• Complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Construct temporary enclosures and structures to facilitate construction operations.
• Set‑up winter condition provisions.
• Install steel roof top equipment supports using mechanical means (clamps in lieu of welding).
• Perform jobsite clean‑up and scrap out.
• Assist with project Punch List completion and close‑out.
• Complete floor installations, small interior paint projects and minor interior and exterior demolition projects.
• Supervise Labor Ready forces when needed.
• Safely operate a variety of tools including pressure washers, jackhammers, drills, saws, and grinders.
• Maintain company owned equipment per manufacturers recommendations and schedule.
• Ensure construction equipment and tools are cleaned and stored properly.
• Fill equipment with fuel.

• Stoop, kneel, or crouch for extended periods of time.
• Stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time.
• Use first aid equipment, a fire extinguisher and power and hand tools.
• Lift, move and carry heavy objects.
• Ability to travel when necessary.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

• Proven experience as a construction worker, related to concrete masonry, bricklayer and carpentry fields.
• Experience in operating basic hand tools is mandatory. Ability to operate equipment such as skid steers and forklifts is preferred, but not mandatory.
• Able to work in a team.
• Able to follow instructions and self‑perform tasks without constant supervision.
• Very good knowledge of English (spoken and written).
• Excellent balance and eye‑hand coordination.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

$22.00 – $30.00 Hourly

Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.

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