Skilled / General Laborer
Support Field Operations. Build Valuable Skills. Help Deliver Successful Projects.
Pay: $20.00 – $27.00 per hour
Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Location: Project-Based / Field-Based
Travel: Up to 75% travel required throughout the Southeast and other project locations as assigned
Reports To: Project Manager / Superintendent
The Role
The Skilled / General Laborer supports construction, remediation, environmental, and drilling operations through hands-on field work, equipment support, site preparation, and general labor activities.
This role is essential to maintaining safe, efficient, and productive job sites while supporting field teams with a variety of operational tasks. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, physically capable, and eager to contribute to project success in a team-oriented environment.
This position offers opportunities to gain experience across multiple disciplines, including environmental remediation, construction, drilling, excavation, and site restoration.
What You’ll Be Doing
General Labor & Field Support
- Perform general construction and labor duties including loading, unloading, digging, lifting, and debris removal
- Support job site preparation, cleanup, and material staging activities
- Assist with excavation, grading, and concrete work as needed
- Move and organize materials, equipment, and supplies throughout project sites
Equipment & Tool Operation
- Operate and maintain basic hand tools and power tools
- Assist with setting up and dismantling job site barriers, materials, and equipment
- Operate forklifts, skid steers, or small equipment when certified or authorized
- Assist in maintaining equipment and reporting maintenance concerns
Project Team Support
- Support construction crews, skilled trades, field technicians, engineers, and project teams
- Follow work plans, instructions, and project requirements
- Assist with various field operations as directed by supervisors and project leadership
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all company, client, and site-specific safety procedures
- Maintain awareness of surroundings and potential hazards
- Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or hazards immediately
- Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and required training programs
What You Bring
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- 0–1 years of experience in construction, environmental, industrial, or general labor positions
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality
- Basic understanding of construction or field operations
- Ability to safely operate hand tools and basic equipment
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently when needed
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to complete Tasman safety and field training requirements
- Valid driver's license
- Authorization to work in the United States
Preferred
- Experience working on environmental, remediation, construction, or oil & gas projects
- OSHA 10-Hour Certification
- Experience with heavy equipment or mechanical operations
- Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints, drawings, or diagrams
Work Environment
This role operates primarily in outdoor and industrial environments.
Field Conditions
- Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind
- Exposure to noise, dust, moving equipment, and industrial work environments
- Work on uneven terrain and active project sites
- Potential exposure to environmental and construction-related hazards
- Regular collaboration with construction, drilling, and environmental field crews
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting
- Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the day
- Medium physical effort required
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work outdoors for extended periods
Schedule
- Full-time
- Monday – Friday, typically 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Occasional overtime and weekend work based on project requirements
- Start and end times may vary depending on project needs
Work Authorization
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Must possess a valid driver's license
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match (up to 4%)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid sick time
- Tuition reimbursement
- Safety equipment provided
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Why Join Tasman?
At Tasman Inc, we deliver environmental, construction, and consulting solutions with a strong commitment to safety, integrity, and excellence. Our teams support critical infrastructure, environmental remediation, drilling, and construction projects that make a lasting impact on communities and the environment.
Our work is guided by three core values:
WE ARE OUR PEOPLE
Safety is #1. We ensure every employee makes it home safe every day. We celebrate success and win as a team.
DO THE RIGHT THING
We take care of our people, partners, and the planet. Integrity and accountability guide everything we do.
PURSUE EXCELLENCE
We never compromise on quality or safety. We value initiative, hard work, and continuous improvement in every aspect of our business.
As a Skilled / General Laborer, you'll gain hands-on experience across a variety of projects, work alongside experienced professionals, and build valuable skills that can lead to long-term career growth within the construction, environmental, and remediation industries.
Apply today and join a company where safety, integrity, and excellence drive everything we do.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
