Construction Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Laborer

Job Description

Join a local excavating company as a Construction Laborer, working on commercial projects and supporting landscape crews with general construction and site work. You will move materials around job sites, assist with basic construction tasks, and contribute to the successful completion of projects throughout the Madison and Dane County area.

Responsibilities

• Perform general construction labor duties for an excavating company on commercial job sites.
• Work alongside landscape crews to move materials and equipment around the site safely and efficiently.
• Assist with landscaping and lawn care tasks as needed to support project completion.
• Support concrete and other construction activities under the direction of site leads.
• Use basic hand tools such as tape measures, hammers, and tool bags to complete daily tasks.
• Read and accurately use a tape measure for measuring materials and site layouts.
• Lift and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.
• Travel between different job sites throughout the day as required.
• Follow all safety procedures and use provided personal protective equipment at all times.
• Work effectively as part of a small crew of 2–4 team members to meet project deadlines.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of construction laborer or landscaping experience, verified by references.
• Experience with landscaping, lawn care, and general landscape labor.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel to multiple job sites during the day.
• Ability to read and accurately use a tape measure.
• Ability to regularly lift 50+ pounds.
• Capability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including hot, cold, and rainy environments.
• Comfort working on commercial construction job sites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on small crews in a construction or landscaping environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team of 2–4 people.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a fast-paced, physically demanding setting.
• Willingness to use and maintain personal hand tools such as tool bags, tape measures, and hammers.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, family-owned company where your work is visible and your contributions matter. The team is local to the Madison area, so you will not be required to travel outside Dane County or stay overnight on jobs. The company offers a close-knit culture with a total workforce of around a dozen employees, providing the opportunity to build strong working relationships and grow your skills. There are clear opportunities to advance into different roles within the organization as you gain experience and demonstrate your abilities.

Work Environment

You will work on commercial job sites throughout Dane County, starting each day at the shop before heading out to the project location. The schedule typically runs from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work takes place outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain, so comfort with variable environments is essential. Crews usually consist of 2–4 team members, reflecting the company’s small, family-owned culture of approximately 12–14 employees. You are expected to provide your own basic hand tools such as tool bags, tape measure, and hammer. Personal protective equipment, including hard hat, safety glasses, ear protection, and high-visibility shirt or vest, is provided. The dress code requires steel-toe boots and pants appropriate for construction work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026.

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.

Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.