Construction General Laborer II

S.C. Swiderski•Wausau, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Laborer II supports SC Swiderski’s field construction operations across all phases of single-family and multi-family residential building projects. This role provides essential labor support, ensures site cleanliness and organization, assists skilled trades and site leadership, and contributes to safe, high-quality project execution. As employees progress through Levels I–III, they assume increasing independence, technical capability, equipment proficiency, and leadership responsibilities contributing to construction quality, schedule, and jobsite safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two or more years of residential and/or commercial construction experience.
Proficient understanding of building materials and construction sequencing.
Knowledge of reading/interpreting basic blueprints, sketches, or shop drawings.
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
Strong problem-solving, reliability, and teamwork skills.
Must have a valid Class D driver’s license to work on our job/property sites.
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 80 pounds occasionally.
Stand and walk for long periods (up to 10 hours/day).
Frequent bending, kneeling, crouching, twisting, and crawling.
Ability to climb, work on, and carry ladders.
Comfortable working at heights and on multi-story structures.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating lifts (telehandler, boom, forklift, scissor), preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all General Laborer I tasks independently and with consistent quality.
Maintain jobsite cleanliness, organization, and material staging without oversight.
Assist carpenters, siders, trades, and Site Superintendents in more advanced job tasks.
Safely and efficiently operate lifts and jobsite equipment (telehandler, forklift, aerial/boom lift, etc.) where certified.
Assist Site Superintendent with material inventory, verifying counts and reporting shortages.
Assist with building quality control (checklists, visual inspections, reporting deficiencies).
Support project flow by preparing materials, cutting components, and staging work for carpentry and siding teams.
Perform frequent lift operations and equipment handling.
Help maintain jobsite safety controls, signage, and hazard mitigation.
Communicate effectively with construction leadership regarding progress, issues, or safety concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.