Demolition Laborer

**Job Title: Demolition Laborer** **Job Description** As a Demolition Laborer, you will be responsible for dismantling concrete and drywall, as well as sawing and breaking building materials. Your role will include the removal of debris and the safe operation of hand and power tools. You may also be required to operate large equipment such as skid steers and loaders. **Responsibilities** + Lift, carry, and hold building materials, tools, and supplies. + Dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel. + Follow all standard operating procedures during the demolition and cleanup process. + Interact closely with peers to effectively and safely complete all demolition tasks. + Maintain a safe working environment in compliance with OSHA and EPA guidelines, in addition to other federal, state, and local regulations. + Clean tools, equipment, and work area. + Complete specific projects, assignments, and other tasks as assigned. **Essential Skills** + 1+ years of construction experience. + Experience with hand and power tools. + DBIDS in hand and REAL ID. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in general labor, jackhammer, concrete demolition, building teardown, and commercial construction. **Why Work Here?** This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a 2-year long project with the potential for permanent employment after 90 business days. You will also have the opportunity to earn overtime. **Work Environment** The work environment includes both outdoor and indoor settings, operating rain or shine. The work hours are 7am-4:30pm from Monday to Friday, with some Saturdays required. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portsmouth, VA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Portsmouth,VA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Dec 3, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.