Construction Laborer (Traveling / Field)

COST of Wisconsin, Inc.•Tampa, FL

4d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking to get your foot in the door and build a hands-on career in construction? COST of Wisconsin is looking for reliable, hard-working individuals to join our field team as Construction Laborers for a major project in Tampa, Florida! This role supports a wide variety of construction activities including grading, reinforcement, concrete application, equipment operation, plumbing, and carpentry. Work is hands-on, physical, and performed in a team environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. This position is expected to last through April 2026, with preference given to candidates who are willing and able to travel to other job sites across the U.S. after project completion. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM, with potential for overtime and second-shift work as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Basic understanding of construction processes; training will be provided
OSHA-10 certification (Required prior to employment)
Must demonstrate COST’s Core Competencies
Proficient in operating hand and power tools
Ability to read and interpret basic documents such as instructions, layouts, and simple drawings
Effective communication skills, including verbal and listening
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to also work independently
Ability to work safely in an active construction environment; OSHA safety experience/awareness preferred
Common sense, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
Strength and stamina, including the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Regularly use hands to handle or feel; walk, stand, climb, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Must have close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Must lift 70 lbs. from floor to waist, 90 lbs. from waist to chest, and 25 lbs. from chest to overhead. Must carry 50 lbs. for 50 feet, push a 100 lb. wheeled cart for 100 feet, and drag 50 lbs. for 100 feet.

Nice To Haves

One year or more of experience in construction or another labor-intensive role
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
Forklift and light equipment operation; welding, concrete, fiberglass, or specialty construction experience

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of general labor duties in a safe, efficient manner and according to project specifications
Use power tools such as drills, saws, and handheld grinders, as well as hand tools including tape measures, hammers, pliers, shovels, and rakes
Operate light and heavy equipment such as shotcrete pumps, air compressors, rough terrain forklifts, skid loaders, and sit-down forklifts
Operate personnel lifting equipment including scissor lifts and boom lifts
Maintain a safe and clean job site by removing hazards, cleaning up dirt and debris, and following all safety procedures
Assist with grading, structural reinforcement, concrete placement, plumbing, carpentry, and general construction tasks
Follow all company policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned