Construction labour jobs in Illinois

Qaqaq Construction is seeking a General Laborer to support various physical tasks on construction sites. Responsibilities include site preparation and cleanup, trench digging, scaffolding setup, demolition, and debris removal. The role also involves loading and distributing materials, tools, and equipment to designated areas. May operate a range of hand and power tools such as air hammers, tampers, cement mixers, hoists, and measuring instruments. This position may also assist skilled trades and perform other duties as assigned. **Responsibilities** Essential functions will include: + Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate hazards. + Erect and dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures. + Load, unload, and distribute building materials, tools, and machinery to appropriate locations. + Measure, mark, and record layout dimensions for construction activities. + Operate pumps, compressors, or generators to power tools, equipment, or move materials. + Mix, pour, and spread concrete using portable cement mixers. + Control and direct traffic around work zones. + Dig trenches or ditches, backfill excavations, and compact or level earth using hand and pneumatic tools. Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise: + Proficient in the use of hand and small power tools. + Understanding of construction materials, methods, and tools used in building and repair work. + Strong commitment to working safely and following all company policies and procedures. + Awareness of workplace safety standards and hazards. + Ability to operate tools and perform tasks in compliance with OSHA regulations. + Reliable attendance and punctuality. + Capable of working independently with minimal supervision. + Able to follow verbal and written instructions accurately. + Works effectively as part of a team. + Demonstrates professionalism and respectful interaction with coworkers and clients. **Qualifications** Minimum Qualifications: + At least 1 year of general labor or construction experience. Physical and Mental Demands: + Occasionally lift, push, or pull 50-100 lbs; frequently lift, push, or pull up to 20 lbs. + Frequent bending, squatting, crouching, crawling, and kneeling. + Ability to climb stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and ramps safely. + Prolonged standing for intervals of 2-3 hours. + Work at various physical levels (waist, eye, overhead). + Maintain balance on uneven surfaces and around obstacles. + Sufficient handgrip strength and coordination to operate tools and equipment. + Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with OSHA standards. + Able to respond to verbal and audible instructions. + Adequate vision for construction tasks. + Comfortable working at heights over 12 feet using ladders, scaffolding, or man lifts. + Full range of motion including overhead, lateral, and downward reaching. + Ability to perceive physical characteristics (e.g., size, shape, temperature, texture) with hands and fingers. + Ability to rotate head and torso side-to-side and around vertical axis. + Perform physically demanding tasks involving full-body movement, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, and material handling. + Use of hands and arms for installing, positioning, and moving materials and equipment. Working Conditions: + Exposure to extreme temperatures, including hot and cold weather. + Regular exposure to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outdoor environments. + Frequent work at heights and in areas with fumes or airborne particles. + High noise levels are common; hearing protection may be required. + Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times. + Work is performed on active construction sites, often in close proximity to moving equipment. \#LI-WW1 Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification. Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes. UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All candidates must apply online at ****************** and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance (******************************************** The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs. **Join our Talent Community!** Join our Talent Community (************************************************************************ to receive updates on new opportunities and future events. **ID** _2025-24135_ **Category** _Construction_ **Location : Location** _US-Remote_ **SCA Hourly Rate** _USD $40.25/Yr._ **Travel Requirement** _N/A_