Job Title: Traveling Construction Laborer
Job Description
Prepare construction sites for the installation of erosion control projects, utilizing various tools to prepare soil for the application of concrete mats. Collaborate with a team of skilled professionals to ensure the successful execution of projects.
Responsibilities
- Prepare construction sites for the installation of erosion control projects.
- Rake and prepare soil for application of concrete mats.
- Load and unload materials from trucks.
- Read plans and follow instructions from the superintendent.
Essential Skills - Proficiency in using hand tools and shovels.
- Strong work ethic and ability to follow directions.
- Mechanical aptitude and understanding of general construction.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Willingness to travel extensively.
Additional Skills & Qualifications - Experience in field service, concrete application, power tools, solar installation, packaging, sheet metal work, painting, pipeline work, carpentry, cleaning, assembly, forklift operation, packing, heavy lifting.
- Ability to juggle competing priorities and multi-task effectively.
- Demonstrated conscientiousness, dependability, and commitment to the role and team.
Why Work Here? Join a team that values continuous improvement and commitment to excellence. Experience diverse work environments across the country while working on projects that make a difference.
Work Environment Work on various sites across the country, experiencing diverse climates and conditions. Be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Join a dedicated team and expect long hours, including potential seven-day work weeks, with Sunday typically off. Accommodations include shared hotel rooms and travel arrangements provided to job sites.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Overland Park, KS.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Overland Park,KS.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 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.