Construction Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for positive candidates with a can‑do attitude. This is a very long‑term project with solid weekly hours every week

Paid first day training.

Must pass pre‑employment background check and drug screen.

Job Title
:
General Laborer

Location
:
Phoenix, AZ (Construction Job Site) TSMC

Schedule
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Varies based on project needs; overtime and weekend work may be required
Travel
:
Limited

Summary: The General Laborer supports construction site operations by assisting project managers, supervisors, and skilled trades with a variety of manual labor and material handling tasks. Responsibilities include site preparation, receiving and staging materials, operating basic equipment, maintaining a clean and safe worksite, and assisting with general construction activities. This role requires attention to safety, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced construction environment while following company policies and safety procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Conduct inspections of material handling equipment (MHE) and vehicles to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Operate forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Receive, inspect, label, and organize incoming materials and shipments.
• Pick, stage, and prepare outbound deliveries accurately.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers safely and efficiently.
• Perform heavy lifting and manual material handling tasks as required.
• Assist with site preparation activities, including staging and moving materials.
• Operate basic hand and power tools as needed.
• Perform general labor tasks such as digging, lifting, carrying materials, and assisting with installation activities.
• Support the setup and dismantling of temporary structures and equipment.
• Assist with demolition and basic carpentry tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organized worksite by removing debris and hazardous materials.
• Work in permitted and non‑permitted confined spaces when required by job tasks and follow all applicable safety procedures.
• Maintain required onsite permits and documentation as directed.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and skilled trades personnel.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and site safety protocols, including required PPE.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior construction experience required, including the ability to work in physically demanding outdoor environments and extreme summer temperatures.
• Minimum 1 year of telehandler or similar material handling equipment experience in a construction setting.
• Ability to work at heights and properly utilize fall‑protection equipment, including harnesses and SRLs.
• Ability to document and report back to supervisor.
• At least 1 year of forklift operation experience.
• Ability to safely perform heavy lifting and manual labor tasks.
• Familiarity with construction hand tools and power tools.
• Experience with material inspections and quality checks preferred.
• Ability to operate an electric pallet jack.
• Strong attention to detail when handling and staging materials.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented construction environment.
• Ability to work the required schedule, including built‑in overtime and Saturday shifts when needed.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Verbal communication skills in Mandarin or Spanish.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems.

Additional Requirements:

Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that a candidate must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform assigned tasks.
• Use hand