Laborer - Building Construction

MCR Services, Inc.

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Merchantville, NJ, us on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 27, 2025 Last posted March 27, 2025
Job description

MCR Services, Inc. has completed a wide variety of projects along the Eastern Seaboard from Virginia to Maine, which includes residential sub-divisions, schools, distribution centers, supermarkets, strip malls, retail fit-outs, commercial free-standing buildings, office buildings, hotel complexes and much more. Our mission, as an industry leader in the creation of commercial and retail facilities, is to provide the best quality of services to our clients through superior workmanship, dedication, commitment and meticulous attention to detail, ultimately delivering complete satisfaction. Our work ethics and values are the foundation to our success and we pledge to continue providing paramount services to our clients.

Responsibilities

· Comprehend blueprint readings to prepare layouts including selecting materials, planning sequences and methods of work, measuring and marking materials to avoid costly mistakes or omissions.

· Work with materials such as wood, plastic, fiberglass and/or drywall.

· Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saw.

· Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using ruler, pencil, chalk, and/or marking gauge.

· Utilize chisels, planes, saws, drills, sanders, levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares and other hand tools to repair and erect structures.

· Join materials with nails, screws, bolts, staples and adhesives.

· Complete the following tasks: stain-grade trim work, hang doors, drill and set door hardware, install partitions, set windows, layout for stairs and common rafters, read blueprints, erect scaffolding, utilize appropriate math skills.

· Check completed work units to be sure they are level, square, plumb and the right size, shape and location, and are up to code and specifications.

· Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.

· May perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

· Physical endurance and ability to successfully perform physical activities, including some heavy lifting.

· Good hand-eye coordination.

· Demonstrated ability to accept and follow instructions from others.

· Willingness and ability to work cooperatively with others.

· Previous experience working with tools and practical knowledge of the use of various hand and power tools.

· Understanding of how to properly conduct oneself on a client’s property.

· Must successfully complete pre-access drug and alcohol testing.

· Must have a valid driver's license.

Must have, or be able to obtain, OSHA 10 certification.

About this role

Summary

Assist in building projects, operate tools, follow blueprints, ensure safety, and work physically.

Job title

Laborer - Building Construction

Experience level

none specified

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Merchantville, NJ, on-site work only

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

blueprint readinghand toolspower toolsOSHA 10driver's license

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

blueprint readingcarpentrybuilding materialshand toolspower tools
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Merchantville, NJ 08109, USA

On-site City