Laborer - Luxury Residential Construction

Laborer

The Laborer supports field operations by performing a wide range of construction related tasks including general cleaning, site preparation, installation and maintenance of protection, debris removal, and providing on site assistance as needed. This role requires working in both active construction sites and occupied luxury residences around Manhattan. The Laborer ensures the site remains clean, organized, and safe while assisting trades and contributing to the efficient flow of work. Basic use of hand tools, equipment, and protection materials is required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Site Protection and General Support

• Install and maintain protection on job sites and in occupied luxury residences
• Move furniture, change light bulbs, and perform similar tasks as directed
• Assist carpenters and other trades on site as requested
• Monitor subcontractors and control site access and on site activities
• Communicate clearly with team members through phone, email, and approved technologies

Site Cleanliness and Material Handling

Demolition and General Labor

Qualifications

Experience operating in occupied finished and furnished luxury residences

Knowledge of protection methodologies specific to high end homes

Familiarity with duties performed by other trades, including materials, tools, and machinery preferred

OSHA 30 Hour required

Eight Hour Fall Prevention Training

Two Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness Training

Blue SST Card required

Four Hour Supported Scaffold

Asbestos Awareness

Mold, Lead & Silica Awareness

Driver's License a plus!

Work Environment

The Laborer is frequently exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The work may involve exposure to extreme weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, and humidity. Noise levels on job sites can be loud. This role regularly works near moving mechanical equipment and in active construction environments that may include exposure to dust, asphalt, and uneven surfaces.

Physical Demands

The physical demands of this position include lifting heavy objects, standing and walking for extended periods, and performing strenuous manual labor in challenging field conditions. The role requires the ability to lift, push, pull, or carry materials; use abdominal and lower back muscles for sustained physical effort; and move quickly when necessary. Strong manual dexterity and coordination across multiple limbs are essential. The Laborer must have excellent stamina and the ability to safely maneuver within an active construction environment.