Company Overview:
We are a mid-sized residential construction company in Virginia looking for a dependable General Construction Helper to join our team. We work on a wide range of residential construction projects, including new homes, renovations, repairs, remodeling, punch-out work, site preparation, framing support, material handling, cleanup, and general jobsite assistance.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is responsible, hardworking, teachable, and interested in building a long-term future in the construction industry. The right person does not need to know everything, but they do need to show up on time, work safely, follow directions, and be willing to learn new skills so they can grow within the company.
Position Summary:
The General Construction Helper will support carpenters, crew leaders, project leads, and field supervisors on residential construction jobsites. Daily tasks may include moving materials, preparing work areas, assisting with basic construction tasks, cleaning jobsites, loading and unloading tools, helping protect finished surfaces, and performing general labor as needed.
We are looking for someone who is reliable, physically capable, respectful, willing to learn, and interested in growing with the company over time. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities may include:
- Assist carpenters, crew leaders, and supervisors with daily construction tasks.
- Load, unload, move, organize, and stage building materials, tools, and equipment.
- Keep jobsites clean, safe, and organized throughout the workday.
- Perform general construction labor, demolition, cleanup, and punch-out support.
- Help prepare work areas and protect floors, walls, doors, trim, and finished surfaces.
- Assist with framing, trim, siding, decks, remodeling, repairs, and other residential construction tasks as needed.
- Follow instructions from supervisors and complete assigned tasks efficiently.
- Use basic hand tools and power tools safely when trained.
- Maintain awareness of jobsite safety hazards.
- Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors.
- Show up on time and ready to work each day.
- Learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities as experience grows.
Requirements:
Qualified applicants should have:
- Valid driver’s license.
- Reliable personal vehicle/transportation.
- Ability to report directly to jobsites as needed.
- Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
- Willingness to learn new construction skills.
- Interest in growing within the company.
- Ability to lift and carry construction materials.
- Ability to work outdoors and in various weather conditions.
- Ability to follow directions and work well with a team.
- Positive attitude and professional behavior on jobsites.
- Basic construction experience preferred, but not required for the right person.
- Must be drug-free and able to work safely on active construction sites.
Preferred Qualifications:
Not required, but helpful:
- Prior experience in residential construction, remodeling, carpentry, framing, demolition, or general labor.
- Basic knowledge of hand tools and power tools.
- Experience working on active jobsites.
- Ability to read a tape measure.
- Experience with jobsite cleanup, material staging, or punch-out work.
- Interest in growing into a skilled trade position, carpenter role, crew lead role, or long-term construction career.
Physical Requirements:
This job requires the ability to:
- Lift, carry, push, and pull construction materials.
- Stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work with your hands throughout the day.
- Work in crawl spaces, on ladders, or around active construction areas when needed.
- Work safely around tools, equipment, vehicles, and other trades.
- Perform physically demanding tasks in a construction environment.
Schedule:
- Full-time position
- Monday through Friday
- Occasional overtime or weekend work depending on project needs.
- Day shift
- Work location varies by jobsite.
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation is based on experience, reliability, work ethic, and skill level. Applicants with construction experience, tool knowledge, strong references, and a proven track record of dependability may qualify for higher starting pay.
Benefits and compensation package may include:
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
- Steady full-time work.
- Simple IRA retirement plan option.
- Company match up to 3% for eligible Simple IRA contributions.
- Monthly medical stipend of $175.
- On-the-job training.
- Opportunity to learn new skills and grow within the company.
- Room for advancement for reliable, motivated employees.
What We Offer:
- Steady work with a growing residential construction company.
- Opportunity to learn valuable construction skills.
- Variety of work - not the same task every day.
- Room to grow for dependable, motivated employees.
- Team-oriented work environment.
- On-the-job training for the right candidate.
- Opportunity to advance into more skilled roles over time.
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is someone who:
- Shows up on time.
- Has reliable transportation.
- Has a valid driver’s license.
- Takes pride in hard work.
- Can follow directions the first time.
- Works safely and respectfully.
- Wants to learn and improve.
- Wants to grow with the company.
- Does not need to be constantly supervised.
- Understands that jobsite cleanliness, organization, safety, and attitude matter.
How to Apply:
Please apply with your name, phone number, work history, and any construction experience you have. Include whether you have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
We are looking for serious applicants who want steady work, are willing to learn, and are ready to become part of a dependable construction team.