Job Title: Construction Laborer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated laborer with at least one year of experience working on construction job sites. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. The ability to read a tape measure is required. Applicants should be comfortable working at heights up to 10 feet and operating scissor lifts. OSHA 10 certification is preferred, but we are open to candidates willing to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.
• Remove or seal off old insulation following safety procedures.
• Fit insulation around obstructions and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required.
• Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed and methods of installation based on factors such as location, surface shape, and equipment use.
• Apply, remove, and repair insulation, thermal and fire, on industrial and domestic equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems.
• Select appropriate insulation materials based on their heat retaining or excluding characteristics.
• Seal or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with covers of metallic or other materials.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of experience on construction job sites
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Comfortable working at heights up to 10 feet
• Experience with scissor lifts

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification or willingness to obtain one

Why Work Here?

Join a team where many employees have been with the company for over 20 years, indicating strong job stability and satisfaction. Enjoy opportunities for career advancement to positions such as foreman or supervisor. Benefit from generous overtime opportunities, health insurance, options for dental, eye, and life insurance, 401k profit sharing, paid sick days, holidays, and annual raises. Celebrate the company's rich history as they mark their 50th anniversary, with over five employees having dedicated more than 35 years to the company.

Work Environment

Work will be conducted in large manufacturing plants and commercial businesses. Expect a shift from 6 AM to 3 PM, with potential overtime on Saturdays, accumulating over 50 hours a week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, New York.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $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 Buffalo,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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.