Construction General Laborer

Allina Health•Cottage Grove, MN

3d•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Performs general construction labor in active healthcare environments, supporting renovation, retrofit, and infrastructure projects within occupied hospitals and clinics. Performs material handling, site preparation, dust mitigation, and cleanup activities while adhering to healthcare infection prevention, life safety, and safety requirements. Plays a critical part in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors while minimizing disruption to ongoing clinical operations. Partners closely with skilled trades, contractors, and facilities teams to maintain project timelines and site integrity.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job description
Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment

Nice To Haves

Vocational Training in Construction, Facilities, Maintenance, or related field
1+ years General construction, facilities maintenance, or labor experience; healthcare or occupied facility experience
OSHA 10 & 30 preferred upon hire -Construction safety training

Responsibilities

Performs general construction labor including material handling, site preparation, demolition assistance, and cleanup activities.
Assists skilled trades including carpenters, electricians, plumbers, HVAC, and fire protection personnel by staging materials, tools, and equipment.
Implements healthcare specific infection control measures including ICRA compliance, dust containment, HEPA vacuuming, and barrier installation.
Maintains clean, safe, and debris free work areas in occupied clinical and patient care environments; safely removes construction waste.
Supports Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM) including egress protection, fire safety readiness, and temporary life safety controls.
Follows OSHA regulations, hospital safety policies, PPE requirements, and participates in required safety and infection prevention training.
Other duties as assigned.