General Apprentice Construction Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Office in Williamsburg, VA

Work Area: Project travel between Norfolk and Richmond, with most work located in Hampton, VA

Compensation: $18–$25/hour (based on experience)

Benefits:

• Simple IRA
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Christmas Bonuses

Company Overview:
S. A. Seaman Concrete Construction, Inc. has proudly served Southeastern Virginia since 1988, specializing in commercial, industrial, government, and transportation sector projects. With a strong emphasis on quality, safety, and schedule integrity, we self-perform the majority of our work and maintain long-standing relationships with our clients. President Steve Seaman remains hands-on in daily operations, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and personal service.

Position Summary:
We are currently hiring General Laborers to join our growing team. This position involves a variety of hands-on tasks performed outdoors under the direction of a lead worker or job foreman. The role requires physical strength, a safety-first mindset, and a strong work ethic. Projects vary by location, and hours depend on job needs, weather, and season.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Load and unload tools, materials, and supplies at the shop or job site
• Move, carry, build, and dismantle concrete forms
• Operate hand and power tools such as hammers, drills, grinders, and shovels
• Assist with placing and securing rebar or steel mesh in concrete forms
• Support team members in completing project tasks
• Assist during concrete pours—spreading concrete using hand tools, shovels, or rakes
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment
• Maintain a clean and safe job site, removing debris and minimizing hazards

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Reliable transportation to and from job sites
• Must pass a background check (required for work on government property)
• Basic knowledge of or willingness to learn the safe use of tools and equipment
• Understanding of or willingness to learn safety procedures and hazard awareness
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with a team
• Punctuality and consistent attendance required
• Flexibility to work varying hours and locations depending on project needs
• Experience with concrete work, excavation, carpentry, and reinforcing steel preferred but will train

Why Work With Us:
At S. A. Seaman Concrete Construction, we don’t just build structures—we build careers. We take pride in our employee-focused culture, offer real hands-on experience, and reward hard work with competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to grow within the company.

Alternate Titles:

• Construction Apprentice
• General Construction Laborer
• Construction Helper / Apprentice
• Entry-Level Construction Worker
• Construction Labor Apprentice
• Skilled Labor Apprentice – Construction
• General Laborer (Construction)
• Apprentice Construction Technician
• Construction Site Assistant
• Entry-Level Field Construction Worker
• Concrete Apprentice / Construction Laborer
• Construction Apprentice – Concrete & Carpentry
• General Labor Apprentice – Building & Concrete Work
• Apprentice Form Setter / General Construction Worker
• Construction Trainee – Concrete & Excavation
• Entry-Level Concrete Construction Worker
• Apprentice Construction Helper – Field Operations
• Construction Crew Apprentice
• Construction Assistant – Rebar & Concrete Work
• Apprentice Field Laborer – Construction Support

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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.