Laborer Jobs in Upland, CA

A Laborer in the construction industry plays a crucial role in all types of construction projects. They perform a variety of physical tasks such as digging trenches, setting up scaffolding, cleaning up construction sites, operating hand and power tools, and assisting skilled craft workers (like carpenters, electricians, and plumbers) with their duties. Not only do they help in the preparation and cleaning of the construction site, but they also aid in loading and unloading materials, equipment, and tools. Because of the physical nature of the job, a Laborer must have strength, endurance, and excellent hand-eye coordination.

The skills required for this role typically include proficiency with construction tools and equipment, the ability to perform heavy manual labor, and a solid understanding of construction methods and safety practices. In terms of qualifications, a high school diploma or equivalent is often required. While not always necessary, a certification such as the OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) safety certification can make a Laborer more attractive to prospective employers. Before becoming a Laborer, one might have roles such as a Construction Helper, Warehouse Worker, or General Laborer to gain experience in performing manual labor tasks and using construction tools and equipment.

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Insomniac - Escape Halloween 2025 Seasonal Tent Installer - Experience Laborer

  • San Bernardino, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

THE ROLE Insomniac is looking for an enthusiastic laborer to provide detail-oriented support in creating tent structures around the festival....

Skilled Warehouse Laborer Pallet Repair

  • Jurupa Valley, CA (15 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jurupa Valley, CA (15 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: We're looking for dependable, hardworking Skilled Warehouse Laborers to join our pallet repair team at our Mira Loma facility....

NOW HIRING LIGHT GENERAL LABORER IN ARCADIA (Arcadia)

  • Arcadia, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arcadia, CA (21 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

NOW HIRING LIGHT GENERAL LABORER IN ARCADIA!! (Arcadia) Connect Staffing Inc. MINIMUM 6 MONTHS EXPERIENCE AS A General Laborer PREFFERED....

Gutter Installer

  • Azusa, CA (14 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Azusa, CA (14 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: As a Gutter Installer with [Branch Name], you will be responsible for measuring, cutting, and installing gutters, downspouts, and other related components on residential and...

T-Combined Cycle Operator II

  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy! At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today,...

Machine Operator

  • Fontana, CA (13 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fontana, CA (13 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Shear Operator Job Description The Shear Operator is responsible for producing machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine. Quality controls...

Brake Press Operator - Metal Fab

  • South El Monte, CA (23 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • South El Monte, CA (23 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Press Brake Operator 1st shift $20-$22/hr South El Monte, CA Job Description We are seeking a skilled Fabricator to join our team. The role primarily involves operating a press brake machine...

Water System Operator I

  • La Puente, CA (17 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • La Puente, CA (17 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 6 days ago

WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR I La Puente Valley County Water District La Puente, CA Job Details Full-time $32.05 - $42.44 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Groundwater OSHA 10 Mid-level High school...

Residential Site Construction Workers Wanted---Laborers-- Masons

  • Diamond Bar, CA (14 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Diamond Bar, CA (14 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Laborers--- Masons----Concrete Workers----Block walls-- MSE wallsNeeded Trenching---Landscaping----General Laborers. Must have drivers license! Please reply with your Contact Information!...

Handyman/HVAC (based in Riverside County)

  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Were looking for dependable and skilled part-time handyman preferably that reside in the Riverside county to assist with general repair and maintenance tasks across all of Riverside territory....

4X10 Shift - Heat Treat Operator

  • Brea, CA (20 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brea, CA (20 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Heat Treat Operator 4X10 shift - Thurs-Sun - $28/hr. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence....

Laborer Telecom Underground (46)

  • Upland, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Upland, CA
  • 7 days ago

Discover a more connected Laborer career At VCI Construction, LLC as a Laborer on our Telecom Underground team, you'll participate in all phases of underground construction, including loading, delivery...

Track Laborer Regional Driver - City of Industry, CA

  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Description Join a team of track laborers with a record of building and repairing railroad tracks for Union Pacific over 150 years!...

Production Operator

  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and...

Laborer/Technician

  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (19 miles from Upland, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Site Laborer Job Description Assist the facility with the staging of waste materials in bins from field projects, performing general laborer duties....

Demographic Data for Upland, CA

Moving to Upland, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Upland, CA below.


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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Upland, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Upland, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
Associate's Degree
11.8%
Master's Degree
4.1%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Laborers in Upland, CA
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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