General Laborer - Carpentry & Siding

About the role

The JobIntegrated Restoration is hiring a dependable, hands-on general laborer to support carpentry, siding, and exterior restoration projects across Northeast Ohio. You will work alongside experienced carpenters and siding installers performing controlled demolition, material handling, basic installation, job-site protection, and cleanup.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, carry, and stage tools, equipment, siding, lumber, drywall, trim, and other construction materials.
• Protect customer belongings, floors, walls, landscaping, and unaffected areas before work begins.
• Complete controlled demolition and remove damaged drywall, insulation, flooring, trim, cabinets, sheathing, siding, and other materials as directed.
• Absorb and assist with basic framing, sheathing, drywall, trim, doors, windows, cabinets, flooring, painting, punch-list, and closeout work.
• Absorb and assist with siding tear-off and installation, including housewrap, insulation, starter, corners, channels, flashing, trim, soffit, and fascia.
• Measure, cut, fasten, assemble, and install materials under the direction of an experienced carpenter or siding installer.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, pump jacks, scaffolds, and material-handling equipment after training and authorization.
• Take job photos and record time, progress, material needs, delays, damage, and assigned daily notes in the company's job system.
• Keep job sites, company vehicles, tools, equipment, and warehouse areas clean, organized, stocked, and ready.
• Communicate respectfully with customers, coworkers, supervisors, and Project Managers, especially when site conditions or the scope of work change.
• Help with emergency board-ups, weather protection, Mitigation support, warehouse work, and other restoration field duties when carpentry or siding work is not ready.

Requirements

• No carpentry or siding experience required; experience in construction, roofing, remodeling, demolition, landscaping, maintenance, warehouse work, or another hands-on field is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company insurance requirements.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently when assigned, and contribute to a team.
• Basic math and tape-measure skills, or the ability to learn them quickly, plus comfort using a smartphone or tablet for photos, timekeeping, messages, and basic job documentation.
• Professional communication around customers who may be experiencing a stressful property loss.
• Willingness to complete company-paid safety, equipment, manufacturer, and restoration training as you advance.

Qualifications

• Regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds and move heavier or longer materials with team assistance or proper equipment.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, and work from ladders, pump jacks, stages, scaffolds, and other elevated areas for extended periods.
• Work outdoors in heat, cold, wind, sun, and other changing conditions and in active restoration environments that may be dusty, dirty, wet, or damaged.
• Wear and properly use required PPE and fall-protection equipment.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, access equipment, material-handling equipment, and company vehicles after authorization and training.

Skills

• Strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Willingness to learn
• Comfortable with physical work
• Good communication skills

Benefits

• $19-$25 per hour based on relevant experience and demonstrated skill.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 60 days of eligibility.
• 401(k) with company match and paid time off.
• Company vehicles, fuel, tools, access equipment, uniforms, and required PPE for work use.
• Company-paid safety, equipment, manufacturer, and restoration training based on the position.
• A clear advancement path from General Laborer to Carpenter or Siding Installer, then Lead Carpenter or Siding Lead, with future Project Manager or Estimator opportunities.
• A locally owned, 26-year Cleveland restoration company where dependable work and growth are noticed.

Pay

• $19-$25 per hour based on relevant experience and demonstrated skill.

Schedule

• This is a full-time position with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Early starts, late finishes, overtime, or occasional weekend work may be required based on weather, project conditions, emergency board-ups, or customer needs.
• Work is performed at homes and commercial properties throughout Northeast Ohio.
• Reliable transportation to the office and dependable attendance are required.
• Exterior work is weather-dependent. Daily assignments may change to keep the crew productive, protect active projects, and move jobs toward completion.