LED JOBSITE LIGHTING RIG

See Everything, Work Late, Stay Safe

TOTAL BUILD: $2,130
Complete LED jobsite lighting rig with tower lights, tripods, generator, and string lights illuminating excavation site

Why This Build?

Working past sunset is reality in construction—especially in winter when daylight vanishes early

Winter in the mountains means precious daylight hours disappear by 4:30 PM. Construction crews still need to work, stage equipment, and prepare for the next day. Proper lighting is not a luxury—it's a safety requirement.

This portable LED jobsite lighting rig covers every scenario: trenching in the dark, pouring concrete under temp lights, equipment staging, material delivery, and crew safety. It combines 20,000+ lumens of primary lighting from battery-powered DEWALT and Milwaukee area lights, plus a Honda inverter generator for AC power, supplemented with LED light bars, string lights, and personal work lights.

Built by Errol Kerr (E Kerr LLC / Ruppert Excavation), this system has proven reliability on real jobsites. It's modular—use what you need, leave the rest. 360-degree coverage, weather-rated, and capable of sustained operation through the entire night shift.

Bottom line: 20,000+ lumens primary, battery + generator power, weather-rated, portable. Safety and productivity for night operations at scale.

Quick Specs

Primary Output
20,000+ lumens
Light Sources
2 Area Lights + LED Bar
Power System
Battery + Generator
Generator
Honda EU2200i (2200W)
Battery Life
Up to 8 hours (DEWALT)
Build Cost
$2,130

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Technical Specifications

Portable LED Lighting System Lumens, Power, and Coverage

Primary Output

20,000+
Lumens combined (DEWALT + Milwaukee)

DEWALT Light

20,000 lm
DCL074 20V MAX area light

Milwaukee ROCKET

Portable
M18 ROCKET tower light

LED Light Bar

52" Curved
300W off-road rated

Generator Power

2200W
Honda EU2200i inverter

Coverage

360°
Multi-directional lighting

Complete Parts List

Everything you need, with direct Amazon affiliate links

Primary Lighting

Item 1

DEWALT DCL074 20V Area Light (20,000 lumens)

$349
20,000 lumen area light powered by 20V MAX batteries. Heavy-duty jobsite rated. Primary light source for nightwork. Battery-powered portability with minimal setup.
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Item 2

Milwaukee M18 ROCKET Tower Light

$299
M18 battery-powered tower light for secondary coverage. Portable and durable. Integrates with existing Milwaukee battery ecosystem. Adds depth to lighting coverage.
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Item 3

Tripod Light Stand (2-pack)

$49
Heavy-duty adjustable tripod stands for work lights. Accommodate both DEWALT and Milwaukee lights. Quick setup and portable between jobsites.
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Item 4

LED Light Bar 52" Curved (300W)

$89
300W curved LED light bar rated for off-road use. Weather-resistant design. Adds wide-angle supplemental coverage to primary lighting. Mounts easily to frame or structure.
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Item 5

Portable Generator Honda EU2200i

$1,149
2200W inverter generator for AC power distribution. Quiet operation, fuel efficient. Perfect for powering additional lighting and tools. GFCI-protected, portable, reliable.
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Item 6

Heavy-Duty Extension Cord (100ft)

$59
12-gauge 100ft extension cord rated for outdoor use. Properly grounded for safety. Essential for extending power from generator to work areas.
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Item 7

String Lights Construction Grade (100ft)

$49
100ft LED string lights rated for temporary construction use. Weather-resistant, bright, and energy-efficient. Provides general site illumination beyond primary lights.
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Item 8

Magnetic LED Work Light (rechargeable)

$39
1500 lumen rechargeable LED work light with magnetic mount. Portable for crew members working across site. Essential for personal task lighting.
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Item 9

Headlamp 1000 Lumen (rechargeable)

$29
1000 lumen rechargeable headlamp for hands-free personal lighting. Equipment operator and crew member essential. Waterproof construction-rated.
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Item 10

Weatherproof Outlet Box

$19
In-use weatherproof outlet box for safe AC power distribution in wet conditions. GFCI-compatible. Essential safety component for outdoor power management.
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Ready to Light Up Your Nightshift?

All parts are available now with fast shipping. Total investment: $2,130. Work safe, work late, see everything clearly.

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