Seawards Home Improvement is hiring a dependable Construction Helper who wants to build a long-term career in remodeling and general contracting. This is a hands-on field position for someone who takes direction well, arrives prepared, protects the jobsite, works safely, and wants to learn professional construction methods.
Responsibilities:
- Arrive on time and prepared for the assigned project and daily work plan.
- Set up floor, wall, fixture, and property protection before work begins.
- Assist with demolition, material movement, staging, installation, punch-list work, and project closeout.
- Follow the daily safety plan and use required personal protective equipment.
- Inspect assigned tools and report damaged or unsafe equipment immediately.
- Maintain clean, organized work areas and secure tools, materials, openings, and the jobsite at the end of each day.
- Assist with daily job photos, including photographs before work is concealed.
- Track materials received and used as directed.
- Report hazards, near misses, damage, missing information, and unexpected conditions immediately.
- Learn construction drawings, measurements, layout, material identification, and quality-control standards.
- Participate in toolbox talks, training, and performance reviews.
- Provide respectful, professional service in occupied homes and businesses.
Qualifications:
- Reliable attendance, dependable transportation, and a strong work ethic.
- Willingness to learn, accept coaching, and follow written and verbal directions.
- Ability to work safely in an active construction environment.
- A valid driver's license when driving is required for assigned duties.
- Ability to perform the physical duties of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Prior construction experience is helpful but not required.
What success looks like:
Jobsite protection is complete before production begins; materials and tools are staged and organized; instructions are followed without repeated reminders; hazards and questions are reported early; cleanup and site security are completed every day; and skills steadily grow toward the Carpenter role.
Seawards Home Improvement is a minority-owned general contracting and remodeling company serving homeowners and businesses throughout the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to any status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals.
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation to project sites throughout the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia?
- How many years of construction, remodeling, maintenance, or related experience do you have?
- Are you willing to complete a paid skills assessment or working interview?
- What is your earliest available start date?
- Briefly describe why you want to build a career in construction.
- Do you own and can you bring a basic set of general construction hand tools appropriate for assigned work? Please list the tools you personally own. Company-designated specialty equipment, large power tools, and required safety equipment are handled separately.
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
