Traveling Construction Laborer @ Aerotek

Job Title: Traveling Construction LaborerJob DescriptionJoin a skilled construction team as a construction laborer supporting tunnel and underground projects with frequent travel. You will contribute to a wide range of construction activities, including water and wastewater infrastructure, mining, transportation, commercial and residential building, energy, tunneling, marine work, and more. The role prefers candidates with at least three years of commercial construction experience, along with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and grow on the job.Responsibilities

• Assist with tunnel construction and underground utility work, including tasks in water, wastewater, mining, transportation, commercial, residential, energy, and marine projects.
• Perform general construction labor such as concrete work, shoveling, dirt work, demolition, and civil construction tasks as directed.
• Support pipeline and wastewater installation activities, including pipe laying and related trench work.
• Help with formwork and scaffolding setup, ensuring structures are built, maintained, and dismantled safely and correctly.
• Work around tunneling and tunnel boring operations, supporting crews with materials, tools, and site preparation.
• Operate or assist around heavy equipment under supervision, maintaining safe distances and following instructions from equipment operators.
• Carry, position, and secure heavy pipes, tools, and construction materials in trenches and other work areas.
• Follow safe excavation practices when working in narrow trenches or ditches to reduce the risk of cave-ins and other hazards.
• Collaborate closely with heavy equipment operators, pipefitters, and supervisors to align, grade, and join pipes accurately.
• Maintain a clean and organized work site by removing debris, staging materials, and keeping walkways and work areas clear.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment, and report any unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Travel to various project sites as needed and adapt to changing tasks, schedules, and work conditions.

Essential Skills

• Skilled construction labor experience with the ability to assist in tunnel and underground work.
• Preferably 3+ years of commercial construction experience.
• Hands-on experience with water and wastewater, mining, transportation, commercial building, residential building, energy, tunneling, and marine construction projects.
• Proficiency in concrete work, including mixing, placing, and finishing as required on job sites.
• Ability to perform manual labor using shovels and other hand tools for excavation and site preparation.
• Experience with pipe laying and pipeline construction, including aligning and positioning pipes.
• Civil construction, dirt work, and demolition activities.
• Exposure to formwork and scaffolding tasks, including assisting with assembly and teardown.
• Familiarity with masonry-related work in a construction setting.
• Experience working around wastewater and tunneling projects, including tunnel boring operations.
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment and support operators with ground-level tasks.
• Strong work ethic with reliability, punctuality, and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, bend, kneel, lift, transport, and place heavy pipes and tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with underground utility work is a plus.
• Experience in trench work, including working safely in narrow trenches or ditches.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with heavy equipment operators, pipefitters, and supervisors.
• Comfort working on a variety of construction project types, including energy and marine environments.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe excavation practices and job site safety.
• Adaptability to travel for projects and work in changing site conditions.
• Willingness to take on a wide range of construction tasks and responsibilities as project needs evolve.

Why Work Here? You join a team that recognizes and rewards strong performance with clear opportunities for advancement and pay increases. The company promotes from within, offering long-term career growth for dedicated employees. You can access benefits quickly while on contract and become eligible for comprehensive benefits, including retirement options, after the contract-to-hire period. The culture emphasizes appreciation and celebration of achievements, highlighted by annual company-wide events and generous prizes that bring together field and office staff, creating a sense of community and shared success.

Work EnvironmentThis role is primarily outdoors in all seasons, so you work in varying weather conditions, including sun, rain, heat, and cold. The job is physically demanding, requiring you to stand for extended periods, bend, kneel, and regularly lift, carry, and position heavy pipes, tools, and materials. Much of the work occurs in trenches and ditches, often in confined spaces, where you follow strict safety and excavation practices to prevent cave-ins and other hazards.

You work closely with a field team that includes heavy equipment operators, pipefitters, and supervisors, relying on clear communication and coordination to align, grade, and join pipes accurately. The environment is fast-paced and hands-on, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and adherence to site procedures.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

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.