General Construction Laborer
Essel
Apply to this job Salinas, California, US on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted February 12, 2026 Last posted February 12, 2026
Job description
Job Overview
We are hiring a General Construction Laborer to support ongoing construction projects in the Salinas area. This is a hands-on role for someone comfortable with physical work and assisting across various job-site tasks. Duties may vary depending on project needs.
Responsibilities
- Perform general labor duties including heavy lifting, digging, cleaning, and site preparation
- Assist skilled trades and supervisors as needed
- Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized job site
- Follow safety procedures and job-site rules
- Support daily construction operations as assigned
Requirements
- Previous construction or general labor experience preferred (not required)
- Ability to perform physically demanding work in outdoor environments
- Reliable transportation to job sites
- Strong work ethic, punctuality, and willingness to learn
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
Preferred (Not Required)
- Familiarity with basic construction tools
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Benefits
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting at $25/hour (DOE)
- Consistent work with potential for long-term opportunities
- Opportunity to gain hands-on construction experience
About this role
Summary
Support construction projects with manual labor, equipment handling, site cleanup, and safety tasks.
Job title
General Construction Laborer
Experience level
none
Industry
construction
Location requirements
Salinas, California, United States, on-site, no remote work
Salary
$25k+
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
physical workteamworkfollowing instructions
Preferred skills
familiarity with construction toolsbilingual
Specializations
heavy liftingdiggingsite preparationmaterials handling
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Salinas, CA, USA
On-site City