Laborer jobs in Philadelphia

Job overview

Position: General Laborer / General Labor Foreman
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Salary: $17-23 per hour

Experience: 3+ years
Industry: Construction & Skilled Trades

Job description

Construction contractors in the Skillit network are currently hiring dependable professionals for laborer jobs in Philadelphia to support commercial construction and large-scale development projects across the region.

Contractors offering laborer trade jobs in Philadelphia are seeking both General Laborers and General Labor Foremen who are ready to contribute to fast-paced, safety-focused job sites. These roles support a wide range of construction operations including site preparation, material handling, demolition, and crew coordination.

As demand continues to grow for Philadelphia construction laborer jobs across Philadelphia, contractors are building teams of reliable professionals who can assist skilled trades and maintain productive job-site operations.

Key responsibilities – general laborer

• Maintain clean and organized job sites by removing debris

• Load, unload, and move materials, tools, and equipment

• Assist skilled trades with setup and support tasks

• Perform demolition and site cleanup as required

• Operate basic hand and power tools safely

• Stage deliveries and ensure crews have necessary supplies

• Follow OSHA safety regulations and wear required PPE

• Work in various weather conditions and physically demanding environment

Key responsibilities – labor Foreman

Coordinate daily tasks according to project plans and priorities

• Supervise crews of 10–15+ workers

• Produce schedules and monitor crew attendance

• Allocate responsibilities and ensure adequate manpower

• Enforce safety standards and quality control measures

• Read and interpret construction drawings

• Resolve on-site issues efficiently

• Report progress updates to the Superintendent

Required qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of construction experience

• Ability to lift or pull up to 75 lbs and handle physically demanding tasks

• Comfortable climbing ladders, working from lifts, bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods

• Strong understanding of job-site safety procedures

• Ability to work in varying weather conditions

• Leadership experience preferred for Foreman roles

  Strong communication and organizational skills
  
  We continue expanding laborer job openings in Philadelphia for skilled professionals ready to contribute immediately.

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience

• Paid Time Off

• Medical benefits

• Retirement benefits

• Flexible interview scheduling

• Long-term project pipeline

Start your construction career with confidence

Skillit connects dependable professionals to trusted laborer jobs in Philadelphia and long-term construction projects. Through the Skillit platform, workers can connect with contractors seeking reliable team members for active projects across the Philadelphia construction market.