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Bi-Weekly Pay (Every Other Friday)
Flexible Schedule: Work When You Want
Workers' Comp Covered
Immediate Placement Available
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Field Crew & Event Production Work in San Diego: Apply For Shifts

Looking for flexible daily shifts, weekend calls, or consistent site assignments? We connect dependable workers with premier concerts, stadium events, commercial builds, and logistics facilities throughout San Diego County.

Personal Information

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Skills & Trade Experience

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Hands On Labor is an Equal Opportunity Employer • W-2 Payroll & Workers' Comp Included

Benefits of Working With Hands On Labor

Bi-Weekly Pay
Reliable payroll issued every other Friday.
Flex-Time
Choose the shifts and days that work for you.
Safe Work
We only partner with safety-conscious sites.
Career Path
Top performers move into permanent roles.

Applicant & Crew Resources

In-Person Application and Dispatch Center

Applying in person? Visit the San Diego dispatch office.

1244 Knoxville St
San Diego, CA 92110
Mon - Fri: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Crew members on site before project start

Join an experienced field crew in Southern California.

Dispatch Leadership

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Hands On Labor
1244 Knoxville Street
San Diego, CA 92110
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Hands On Labor
Robert Flores
1244 Knoxville Street
San Diego, CA 92110
Stagehand crew building structural stage deck foundation and subframe for festival concert
Snapdragon Stadium • San Diego

Stagehands assembling ground-support substructure and stage deck leveling

Open Positions

Types of Work Available

We fill positions across San Diego's most active industries. Whether you want full-time hours or just weekends, we have work that fits your schedule.

Concerts, festivals, corporate events, touring productions across San Diego venues.
Residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
Gear shops, production staging, container unloading, and dock labor.
Compensation

Pay & Benefits

Competitive Hourly Pay
Rates starting at $20/hr and above depending on your trade, skills, and experience. Special certifications (forklift, rigging, OSHA) earn more.
Bi-Weekly Pay
Bi-weekly paychecks issued every other Friday with accurate, itemized paystubs.
Workers' Compensation
All placements through Hands On Labor are covered under comprehensive workers' compensation insurance. Direct W-2 protection on every jobsite.
Flexible Scheduling
Pick shifts that fit your schedule. Hands On Labor posts open calls across San Diego with no mandatory hour minimums.
Path to Permanent Roles
Top performers at client jobsites are frequently offered direct permanent positions. Hands On Labor actively champions reliable tradespeople.
Common Questions

Worker FAQs

Is prior jobsite experience required?

Many site support and helper positions are entry-level. For craft trades, stagehand rigging, or forklift operation, documented experience or active certifications are required.

How quickly can I begin taking shifts?

Once an application is verified and onboarding paperwork is completed by dispatch, workers can frequently take shifts within a few business days.

Can I apply in person?

Yes. Apply online through this form or visit the San Diego headquarters at 1244 Knoxville St, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Are personal tools and PPE required?

General site and event positions do not require personal tools. For trade assistant roles, standard hand tools are preferred. Specific PPE or tool requirements are detailed during dispatch confirmation.

What if a shift gets cancelled last minute?

Dispatch communicates schedule modifications promptly. In the event of a client same-day cancellation, dispatch works to reassign affected personnel.

Can I accept shifts across multiple client sites?

Yes. As an active W-2 employee in the Hands On Labor roster, you can take shifts across diverse event venues, construction sites, and warehouses based on your availability.