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**Job Title:** Construction Labor

**Pay:** $20-$25/hour

**Location:** Syracuse, NY

**Shift:** 7:00AM-3:30PM

Job Description

We are seeking experienced construction laborers to join our team for utility and site construction projects. The ideal candidate will have over two years of experience in construction, particularly on road, site, civil, and utility projects. The position involves traveling within central and eastern New York, with a willingness to work overtime when necessary. Candidates should demonstrate strong safety practices and a good work ethic.

Responsibilities

+ Assist with excavation, trenching, and site preparation for utility installations.

+ Load, unload, and transport materials, tools, and equipment.

+ Operate basic hand and power tools safely.

+ Support pipefitters, electricians, and heavy equipment operators as needed.

+ Perform backfilling, compacting, and grading to restore work areas.

+ Install and maintain temporary structures, such as barricades and safety signage.

+ Follow safety protocols and ensure a clean, hazard-free work environment.

+ Assist in final site cleanup and preparation for inspections.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction labor, particularly in road, site, civil, and utility construction.

+ Ability to travel within central and eastern New York.

+ Willingness to work overtime.

+ Good safety practices and hygiene.

+ Basic knowledge of construction tools and techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ OSHA 10 certification.

+ Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50-100 lbs regularly.

+ Experience in sewer systems and pipe laying.

+ Strong work ethic, reliability, and teamwork skills.

+ Willingness to learn and take direction from supervisors.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable and established company with a 45-year history and a large pipeline of work. Benefit from opportunities for growth and development as you gain experience and take on more responsibilities.

Work Environment

The work environment is entirely outdoors, requiring you to work in various weather conditions, including rain, snow, cold, heat, and wind, as long as it is safe. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work and overtime ranging from 2 to 20 hours per week. Candidates will report to a foreman or project superintendent within crews ranging from 1-2 up to 10 people. Be prepared for physical demands such as heavy lifting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, and using hand and arm dexterity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Syracuse, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Syracuse,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.