Construction Assistant / Skilled Laborer in Pittsburgh

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Job Title: Construction Assistant / Skilled Laborer

Company: Shannon Staley and Sons
Location: Greater Pittsburgh Area (Office in Canonsburg, PA)
Pay: $19.00 per hour to start
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

Shannon Staley and Sons (SSS) is looking for a reliable and motivated Construction Assistant / Skilled Laborer to support our residential construction projects and construction staffing clients throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area.

This is a hands-on position that involves working closely with builders, project managers, and craftsmen on a variety of job sites. The work is steady, varied, and ideal for someone looking to grow their construction skills with a company that values dependability, teamwork, and pride in doing the job right.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist SSS Project Managers and Builder Project Managers on residential construction sites.
• Drive the company van to haul materials, remove trash, and support active job sites.
• Perform a variety of hands-on construction tasks including site cleanup, demolition, hauling materials, and light carpentry or repairs and painting as directed.
• Help maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas.
• Use basic hand and power tools such as drills, saws, hammers, and utility knives.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with supervisors and teammates.
• Travel independently to construction sites or to the SSS office as needed to access the company van.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 1–2 years of construction experience or exposure .
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
• Must have or be willing to acquire basic construction tools: gloves, boots, hammer, screwdrivers, 5-in-1 tool, pry bar, tape measure, pencils, utility knife, broom, dust pan, and screw gun with bits.
• Dependable, punctual, and ready to work every day — reliability is the most important part of this role.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay at $19/hour
• Year-round, full-time work (Monday–Friday)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays and Vacations
• Opportunity for advancement into higher-skilled or leadership roles

About Shannon Staley and Sons

Shannon Staley and Sons is a growing residential construction company based in Canonsburg, PA. We take pride in our craftsmanship, professionalism, and the long-term relationships we build with clients and employees alike. Our team lives by a commitment to hard work, reliability, and doing what’s right.

Office Address:
531 Georgetown Rd, Canonsburg, PA 15317

Company DescriptionShannon Staley & Sons is a trusted construction services firm proudly serving the Pittsburgh, and surrounding areas since 2012. We specialize in remodeling, home building, and construction services for homeowners, real estate investors, property managers, and builders across Western Pennsylvania.

Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and an Inc. 5000 company, we offer our employees the stability of permanent employment and a diverse range of hands-on project experience. As a BBB-accredited business and an active member of several respected industry associations, we prioritize quality, ethics, and in everything we do.

Our purpose is simple: to transform spaces through honest construction. We believe in doing great work with great people—and we’re looking for carpenters who take the same pride in their craft.Company DescriptionShannon Staley & Sons is a trusted construction services firm proudly serving the Pittsburgh, and surrounding areas since 2012. We specialize in remodeling, home building, and construction services for homeowners, real estate investors, property managers, and builders across Western Pennsylvania.\r\n\r\nRecognized as one of the Best Places to Work by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and an Inc. 5000 company, we offer our employees the stability of permanent employment and a diverse range of hands-on project experience. As a BBB-accredited business and an active member of several respected industry associations, we prioritize quality, ethics, and in everything we do.\r\n\r\nOur purpose is simple: to transform spaces through honest construction. We believe in doing great work with great people—and we’re looking for carpenters who take the same pride in their craft.

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