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Demolition Laborer

Swinerton
Santa Ana, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Aug 2026
💰 $64,000/yr($44,000/yr$64,000/yr)

About the role

Compensation Range

$21.50 - $31.50 Hourly Rate

Job Description Summary:

Remove, teardown, and strip the insides of structures removing anything of value. Support activities at all Swinerton job-sites as directed.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL RESPONSBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Remove and teardown structures
  • Strip the insides of structures removing anything of value
  • Use of wrecking bars, sledgehammers, torch cutting, electrical and air power tools, axes, and shovels as well as operate heavy equipment
  • Ensure demolition is safe and all electrical power is terminated
  • Ensure fire alarm systems are offline or protected
  • Ensure fire sprinkler systems are offline or steps have been taken to protect them
  • Identify hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead paint, FM200 systems and others
  • Ensure low voltage and communications are terminated
  • Identify all live utilities that are to remain operational during demolition
  • Properly support all structural items to remain in place
  • Protect all components to remain
  • Recycle all materials as prescribed in the contract documents or required by local jurisdiction
  • Clean up work area as demolition occurs
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned

SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment and demolition work
  • Lift and/or pull 75lbs., climb ladders, work off ladders, man lifts or other equipment
  • Ability to maintain a standing position for extended periods of time, fully squat, bend or kneel while wearing a tool belt
  • Capable of working in a variety of weather conditions
  • Uphold Swinerton Core Values of Integrity, Leadership, Passion and Excellence at all times
  • Adhere to all OSHA and Swinerton safety practices and procedures
  • Support activities at all Swinerton job-sites as directed

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

This role provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, employee assistance program; basic term life and AD&D insurance, short term disability, 401(k) & savings plan; paid vacation, sick time; MSA Financial coaching; Care.com; ClassPass fitness membership; DoorDash delivery subscription; along with numerous other voluntary benefit options. * Union Members: health and retirement benefits are provided thru the union; therefore voluntary benefit offerings are available for this role.

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