# Traveling Skilled Laborer

> Essel · South Hill, United States · — · Posted 2026-08-06

**Salary:** USD 18–22

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking dependable and hardworking **Skilled Construction Laborers** to join our team in **Bessemer, Alabama**. The ideal candidate has experience working on commercial and/or industrial construction projects and is comfortable performing a variety of physical tasks while assisting skilled trades and superintendents. This position offers steady work with opportunities to grow within the company.

### Responsibilities

-   Perform general construction labor on commercial and industrial job sites.
-   Assist carpenters, electricians, plumbers, concrete crews, and other skilled trades as needed.
-   Load, unload, and transport construction materials, tools, and equipment.
-   Operate hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently.
-   Clean and prepare job sites, removing debris and maintaining a safe work environment.
-   Dig trenches, backfill excavations, and perform grading or site preparation.
-   Assemble and dismantle temporary structures, barricades, and scaffolding when required.
-   Measure, cut, and install basic building materials under supervision.
-   Follow project plans, supervisor instructions, and OSHA safety standards.
-   Complete other duties as assigned to support project completion. Construction laborers commonly perform site preparation, operate hand and power tools, assist skilled trades, and maintain safe work areas.

## Requirements

### Qualifications

-   2+ years of construction labor experience preferred.
-   Experience on commercial, industrial, or civil construction projects is a plus.
-   Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
-   Experience with demolition, framing, concrete, excavation, or general site work is preferred.
-   Ability to read a tape measure and follow basic construction drawings is a plus.
-   Reliable transportation to and from job sites.
-   Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
-   Must be dependable, punctual, and safety-focused.

### Physical Requirements

-   Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently.
-   Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work in various weather conditions.
-   Comfortable performing physically demanding work throughout the day.

## Apply

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