General Laborer

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VPG Enterprise

General Laborer

New Orleans, LA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    BUILD WITH US. LEARN THE TRADE. MAKE AN IMPACT.

    At VPG Construction, we believe great projects start with great people. We’re looking for a dependable General Laborer who is ready to work hard, learn, and be part of a team that takes pride in building quality projects.

    If you’re hands-on, reliable, and ready to contribute on the jobsite, we want to hear from you.

    Why Build at VPG?

    • Hands-on experience — Learn the construction trade by working alongside experienced professionals.
    • Team environment — Work with a team that values communication, accountability, and getting the job done right.
    • Opportunity to grow — Gain experience and develop skills that can lead to advancement within the construction industry.

    What You'll Do:

    • Assist skilled tradespeople and other field personnel with a variety of construction tasks, including demolition, material handling, and general construction.
    • Unload and distribute construction materials such as lumber, cement, flooring materials, and other supplies to designated areas.
    • Measure, mark, and prepare work areas according to project plans, specifications, and supervisor direction.
    • Prepare tools and materials for skilled workers, including mixing cement and preparing surfaces for installation.
    • Maintain clean, safe, and organized jobsites by removing rubble, debris, trash, and other materials.
    • Dig trenches, erect scaffolding, and perform other general site preparation tasks as assigned.
    • Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools.
    • Direct traffic near, in, and around designated work zones as needed.
    • Assist equipment operators by providing signals and helping with the alignment, movement, or positioning of machinery, equipment, and materials.
    • Clean and organize the jobsite at the end of each workday, ensuring materials and equipment are properly stored.
    • Follow all safety procedures, supervisor instructions, and jobsite requirements.
    • Perform other construction-related duties as assigned.

    What We're Looking For:

    • Reliable, hardworking, and willing to learn.
    • Ability to listen to, understand, and follow instructions.
    • Ability to adapt as job assignments and priorities change.
    • Basic math skills for counting materials and taking inventory.
    • Ability to work effectively with a variety of personalities and as part of a team.
    • Prior construction or labor experience is preferred, but not required.
    • Must be at least 18 years old.
    • Must have a valid driver's license.

    Physical Requirements:

    • Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time.
    • Must have the strength, balance, coordination, and stamina necessary to perform construction work safely and effectively.
    • Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds and push or pull loads up to 50 pounds.
    • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
    • Ability to stand and walk for up to eight hours per day.
    • Ability to climb multiple sets of stairs while carrying materials weighing approximately 40–60 pounds.
    • Ability to work some Saturdays and nights when project needs require it.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Work Location: New Orleans, LA