Construction Laborer (Grave)

Aerotek

Fremont, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$25–$32 Per Hour
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Aviation Industry, Business Solutions, Candidate Screening, Commercial Construction, Concrete, Construction, Construction Projects, Construction Safety, Educational Technology, Facilities and Maintenance, Forklift, Hand Tools, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, High School Diploma, Hospital, Logistics, Manufacturing, Material Moving, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Scaffolding, Skid Steer Loader, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Fremont, CA
POSTED
Today
Job Title: Construction Laborer (Grave Shift)
Job Description
This role supports a large-scale industrial construction project in Fremont on night shifts. You will work as a rigging, anchoring, or tech laborer in a highly physical, hands-on environment, helping move, align, level, and anchor heavy industrial machinery using a variety of hand and power tools. The position requires strong safety awareness, reliability, and the ability to work in an active construction setting on extended night shifts.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in setting up and testing rigging lines, pulleys, hoists, and pulling gear to safely support and move heavy equipment.
  • Help with the precise alignment, leveling, and anchoring of heavy industrial machinery according to project specifications.
  • Attach loads to rigging and clearly signal or direct equipment operators to ensure safe lifting and movement of materials.
  • Clean and prepare work sites, including clearing debris, laying bracing, erecting scaffolding, and building support forms as needed.
  • Operate and handle a variety of hand and power tools, such as jackhammers, laser levels, and skid steers, in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Follow all site safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to lockout/tagout and other safety procedures.
  • Support rigging and crating activities to prepare equipment and materials for safe transport.
  • Work collaboratively with a large team to complete tasks on schedule and respond to direction from site supervisors and lead tradespeople.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area throughout the shift.
  • Perform physically demanding tasks, including frequent lifting, carrying, climbing, and working in varied site conditions during night shifts.
Essential Skills
  • At least 2 years of construction experience, preferably in commercial construction, concrete, or general labor.
  • Demonstrated experience using power tools, including but not limited to drills, jackhammers, and other construction-related equipment.
  • Demonstrated experience using hand tools commonly used in construction and rigging work.
  • Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand and follow technical instructions and safety guidelines.
  • Ability to frequently lift and maneuver materials up to 50 pounds and perform sustained physical labor.
  • Ability to work safely in an active construction environment, including standing, walking, stooping, climbing, and balancing for extended periods.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and in confined or high-noise spaces.
  • Strong punctuality, reliability, and a solid work ethic, especially on night shifts.
  • High focus on safety protocols, including safe rigging, load handling, and use of tools and equipment.
  • Minimum age of 18 years.
  • High school diploma or GED is generally preferred.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience in rigging and anchoring heavy equipment is a strong plus.
  • Experience with millwright work or supporting millwrights on industrial installations.
  • Experience working with concrete, including forming, placing, or finishing, is beneficial.
  • Forklift experience or familiarity with material handling equipment is an advantage.
  • Experience in crating and preparing machinery or materials for transport is helpful.
  • Prior experience on large industrial or manufacturing projects is a plus.
  • Willingness to work a variety of night shifts, including 10-hour and 12-hour schedules.
  • Comfort working as part of a large, coordinated team on complex projects.

Why Work Here?
You will join a highly experienced industrial rigging and crating organization known for handling large, complex projects. The role offers the opportunity to work on a major, high-visibility construction project and to build skills in rigging, anchoring, and heavy equipment handling. Successful performance can lead to ongoing work on future projects throughout the Bay Area and across California, supporting long-term career growth in industrial construction and rigging.
Work Environment
You will work on a large, active construction site as part of a sizable night-shift crew. Shifts run Monday through Sunday, with rigging and anchoring laborers typically working 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. (10-hour shifts) and tech laborers typically working 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. (12-hour shifts). The environment is highly physical and fast-paced, involving frequent lifting, climbing, and movement around heavy industrial machinery. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, as well as in confined and high-noise areas. You will regularly use hand and power tools, such as jackhammers, laser levels, and skid steers, and may work around forklifts and other material-handling equipment. Proper personal protective equipment is required at all times, including steel-toed boots and a hard hat, in line with standard construction site safety practices.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fremont, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Fremont,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

About the Company

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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.  

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.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1983
WEBSITE
https://www.aerotek.com/