Laborer Jobs in Berlin, CT

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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Carpenter-Door Installer - Sub

  • Farmington, CT (8 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmington, CT (8 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Carpenter-Door Installer - Sub (Unionville) PO Box 93 compensation: TBD employment type: job title: Carpenter - Door Installer - Sub IMMEDIATE HIRE EXPERIENCED, OWN TOOLS, TRANSPORTATION and...

General Laborer Needed (Part-Time)

  • West Hartford, CT (10 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hartford, CT (10 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 1 day ago

General Laborer Needed (Part-Time) (Hartford) TTS Temp compensation: $22/hour employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Laborer We're seeking a dependable and hardworking general laborer...

Machine Operator

  • Windsor, CT (18 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CT (18 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Machine Operator Job Description Join our team as an experienced Chop Saw Operator, a role critical to our position as an industry-leading supplier of metals to the aerospace field. You will play...

General Laborer

  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hartford, CT (13 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 1 day ago

If you are a General Laborer eager to grow and learn in the trades alongside the best Craft Professionals in the business, this is your chance to launch your career!...

Asphalt Paving Laborer - Waterbury, CT Asphalt Paving Laborer - Waterbury, CT

  • New Britain, CT (3 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Britain, CT (3 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Asphalt Paving Laborer - Waterbury, CT CRH 5 ( ) New Britain, CT Why you should apply for a job to CRH : 5/5 in overall job satisfaction 5/5 in supportive management 100% say women are treated fairly...

Sewer Collections Operator - Waterbury, CT

  • Waterbury, CT (14 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (14 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Market Water At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes,...

Aspahalt Laborer And Class A Cdl Wanted! Top Pay

  • Prospect, CT (12 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Prospect, CT (12 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Also general laborers with experience in asphalt finish raking, machine operator experience and over general laborers experience. Top pay every week paid no games. Brand new automatic dump truck!...

Keystone Exteriors is Hiring Gutter Installers

  • West Hartford, CT (10 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (10 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Were looking for skilled gutter installers to join our growing team. Requirements: Experience is mandatory Must have your own truck and tools Professional, dependable, and ready to work Must be...

Part Time Laborer

  • Bristol, CT (10 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bristol, CT (10 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 4 days ago

part time laborer (bristol) compensation: 20 we use a 3rd man on some of our install,removal jobs,must have workboots,non smoler,be dependable an arrive on time,we leave promptly for all jobs 630am,...

General Laborer

  • Windsor, CT (18 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (18 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 4 days ago

General Laborer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated General Laborer to join our team in replacing old yellow fabric with new yellow fabric while managing inventory....

Commercial Landscape Laborer

  • Windsor, CT (18 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (18 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Position: Commercial Landscape Laborer Location: S....

CNC Bending Operator

  • Farmington, CT (8 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Farmington, CT (8 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 5 days ago

As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company...

Asphalt Laborer

  • Bristol, CT (10 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bristol, CT (10 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Immediate openings for Local Paving company seeking General Laborer in all aspects of paving.......

$80 Cash Pay Moving Laborer w/ Tools Needed for 2hrs - Aug. 3 at 9 AM

  • New Haven, CT (21 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (21 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 5 days ago

$80 Cash Pay Moving Laborer w/ Tools Needed for 2hrs - Aug. 3 at 9 AM (New Haven) compensation: $80 for labor and tools Job Details: - Loading and unloading items Items: - washer, dryer, twin bes, bed...

Installer-General Laborer-Carpentry

  • Cromwell, CT (5 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cromwell, CT (5 miles from Berlin, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Installer-General Laborer-Carpentry (Cromwell) compensation: Will pay accordingly for home improvement experience. employment type: job title: Installer-General Laborer Home improvement company specializing...

Demographic Data for Berlin, CT

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Berlin, CT

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Berlin, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.7%
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 Berlin, CT
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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