Demolition Worker
Aerotek
**Now Hiring - Demolition Laborers**
**Job Overview:** We are seeking dedicated and hardworking Demolition Laborers to assist with interior and exterior site cleanup and material breakdown following demolition projects. This hands-on role requires experience using hand and power tools to dismantle structures, remove debris, and prepare job sites for the next phase of construction.
**Location:** Des Moines, Iowa
**Job Type:** Contract to Hire
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Demolition Tasks: Use hand and power tools to take down wall structures, ceiling tiles, and flooring.
+ Material Handling: Load and transport concrete debris using wheelbarrows to designated disposal areas.
+ Site Cleanup: Ensure job sites remain organized and free of debris through sweeping and vacuuming.
+ Job Site Logistics: Haul materials and assist team members as needed.
+ Safety & Compliance: Follow all worksite safety protocols and wear required PPE.
**Essential Skills & Qualifications:**
+ **Valid Driver’s License Required**
+ 6+ months of experience in construction, labor, or demolition.
+ Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs regularly, up to 100 lbs if needed.
+ Comfortable working upright in various environmental conditions for 8-12 hours per day.
+ Proficient in operating tools and equipment related to demolition and cleanup.
**Additional Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Willingness to travel for projects as needed, with advance notice provided.
+ Ability to work varying hours, including overtime and Saturday shifts.
**Why Work With Us?**
+ Quick progression opportunities with good attendance and performance.
+ Potential pay increases within a few months.
+ Consistent overtime availability.
+ Company-provided PPE and per diem covered for overnight travel.
**Work Environment & Schedule:**
+ Work with a leading environmental remediation and demolition firm in the Midwest.
+ Projects primarily in Iowa, with occasional travel to Riverside, Cedar Rapids, and Tama.
+ Team meetings every morning at the shop, followed by carpooling to job sites.
+ Dynamic, fast-paced environment, requiring flexibility and adaptability.
**Ready to Apply? If you’re physically equipped, reliable, and eager to build a career in demolition, apply today!**
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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