How to hire a constructor

How to hire a constructor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step constructor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a constructor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new constructor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

Post a constructor job for free, promote it for a fee

Post free

1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the constructor you need to hire. Certain constructor roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

   Yes

   No

   A constructor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, constructors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of constructors.

   Type of Constructor	Description	Hourly rate
   Constructor		$12-32
   Field Supervisor	Field supervisors are referred to as the generals for various industries such as engineering, construction, and energy. These supervisors oversee and manage field staff's performance... Show more	$14-28
   Site Supervisor	A site supervisor oversees the work operations in a construction site, ensuring the efficiency of workflow and safety of the workforce. The tasks of a site supervisor primarily revolve around conducting inspections and assessing risks, managing and evaluating workers, and coordinating with site foreman and suppliers... Show more	$15-33

   Show more

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Construction Sites
   • and More

   Responsibilities:

   • Perform welding, hoisting, rigging, and material handling to construct and repair elevators.
   • Conduct QA/QC inspections of transmission lines during excavations and concrete placements to ensure compliance with design packages.
   • Skil in electrical and mechanical field of elevator products, relay logic, hydraulics, hoisting and rigging.
   • Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment.
   • Construct hydraulic and traction elevators.
   • Install and modernize hydraulic and traction elevators.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your constructor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A constructor can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, constructors' average salary in mississippi is 56% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level constructors 61% less than senior-level constructors.
   • Certifications. A constructor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a constructor's salary.

   Average constructor salary

   $42,370yearly

   $20.37 hourly rate

   ---

   Entry-level constructor salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

4. Writing a constructor job description

   A constructor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a constructor job description:

   Constructor job description example

   Apply today – Start ASAP $15-18/hr
   

   Skills Lift, lower, & carry up to 100lbs Able to work 40 hours a week minimum Able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions Able to take direction and work safely Willing to learn and move into skilled trade work

   Qualifications Minimum Have all PPE Reliable transportation Reliable form of communication (phone/email) Work Safely and follow OSHA guidelines

   
   Perks

   -Long Term Work - $500 Sign-on Bonus - Paycheck Advances - Weekly Direct Deposit

   -Unlimited $250 Referral Bonuses - $50 first day referral bonus

   - 40 hrs a week + Overtime - Paid Holidays - 401K & Health Benefits

   - Free OSHA training and Lift Certifications - Milestone Rewards Program!

   
   

   CCS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

   Some of our positions are subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify candidates.

   #ZR

   Copy this example

   

5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right constructor for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your constructor job on Zippia to find and recruit constructor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit constructors, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new constructor

   Once you've decided on a perfect constructor candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new constructor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

   Sign up to download full list

   Sign up

How much does it cost to hire a constructor?