Laborer

About the role

Christman Mid‑Atlantic Constructors (CMAC) is seeking Laborers for its Northern Virginia region. The position involves supporting construction projects throughout the mid‑Atlantic, maintaining site safety, and assisting tradespeople.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Assists with loading and unloading materials and equipment, distributing them as directed.
• Uses required tools to complete assigned tasks on the job site.
• Follows instructions from supervisors and implements construction plans.
• Assists other trades workers on the job site.
• Directs traffic during roadway construction, as required.
• Builds and takes down scaffolding or temporary structures, as required.
• Assists with maintenance of construction tools or equipment.
• Keeps immediate working area clean, using broom and wheelbarrows and following material procedures.
• Identifies and reports safety hazards; takes corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards.
• Demonstrates safe working practices and complies with all safety requirements.

Requirements

• No minimum experience required.
• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: One (1) or more years of experience in commercial construction.

Qualifications

• Understanding of safety rules and tool/equipment instructions.
• Ability to take measurements and make calculations.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to pass any required skills tests.
• Problem‑solving skills when errors occur.
• Ability to keep tools and workspace organized.
• Conscious of time schedules and deadlines; maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Comfort with heights.
• Own hand tools (power tools provided by Christman).
• Reliable transportation; willingness to travel up to 60 miles per day depending on project location.

Pay

$20.00‑$25.00 per hour.

Schedule

Full‑time position; occasional extended hours and weekends may apply.

Christman is an affirmative‑action/equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.