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General Laborer

Essel

Pacific Palisades, CAJob$25–30/hrPosted 6mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$25–30/hr
Location
Pacific Palisades, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Essel is hiring a General Laborer. Essel is seeking an experienced General Laborer for ongoing construction work in the Pacific Palisades area. This hands-on role requires prior experience with foundation-related tasks, demolition, and site preparation. The ideal candidate is reliable, physically capable, and comfortable working in an active construction environment.

Key focus areas include Assist with foundation work and site preparation, Perform dig-out work for plumbing and underground utilities, and Remove and reset pavers as needed.

Successful candidates bring General Labor Construction Experience and Dependable Transportation. Important skills include Foundation Work, Demolition, Site Preparation, Hand Tools, Basic Power Tools, and Work Ethic. Preferred (not required): Working Around Plumbing Trenches, Concrete Work, Rebar Work, and Grading Work.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Foundation WorkDemolitionSite PreparationHand ToolsBasic Power ToolsWork EthicCollaborationWorking Around Plumbing TrenchesConcrete WorkRebar WorkGrading Work

Qualifications

Prior General Labor ExperiencePrior Construction ExperienceDependable Transportation to Job SiteOSHA 10 Certification

Full job description

We are seeking an experienced General Laborer for ongoing construction work in the Pacific Palisades area. This role is hands-on and requires prior experience with foundation-related tasks, demolition, and site prep. Ideal candidates are reliable, physically capable, and comfortable working in an active construction environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with foundation work and site preparation

  • Perform dig-out work for plumbing and underground utilities

  • Remove and reset pavers as needed

  • Conduct demolition work, including concrete and structural removal

  • Remove and re-post fence lines, ensuring proper alignment and stability

  • Maintain a clean and safe job site

  • Follow all safety protocols and supervisor instructions

Requirements

  • Prior experience in general labor / construction, specifically foundation and demo work

  • Ability to lift heavy materials and perform physical labor for extended periods

  • Experience with hand tools and basic power tools

  • Dependable transportation to job site in Pacific Palisades

  • Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a crew

Preferred (Not Required):

  • Experience working around plumbing trenches

  • Familiarity with concrete, rebar, or grading work

  • OSHA 10 certification

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits:

  • $25–$30 per hour, based on experience

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