Laborer Jobs in Thompson, 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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Auxiliary Operator

  • Plainfield, CT (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Plainfield, CT (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 3 hours ago

Plainfield Renewable Energy (PRE) is a 37.5 MW wood biomass gasification power plant located in Plainfield, CT. Owned by Greenleaf Power and operated by NAES Corporation, the facility uses a...

Looking for responsible Handyman

  • Worcester, MA (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 9 hours ago

Looking for responsible Handyman (Worcester Area and Beyond) compensation: $ employment type: job title: Handyman Busy construction company looking for a skilled responsible handyman....

Construction Laborer

  • Worcester, MA (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 9 hours ago

Construction Laborer (Worcester) compensation: $20-21 an hour employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Construction laborer Looking for construction labors for a commercial demo and...

Coating Operator

  • Worcester, MA (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Ready, set, go! Put your career in motion with a great, new opportunity. Join the Kelly Professional & Industrial team as a Coating Operator with a world-class equipment and services company that...

Water Pollution Control Operator 2, 40 Hour Work Week; 1st Shift, Tuesday - Saturday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm (1 position)

  • Storrs Manfld, CT (23 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Storrs Manfld, CT (23 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Search #: 498644 Work type: Full-time Location: Storrs Campus Categories: Maintenance and Trades Salary Range: $73,196.00-$93,437.00 Yearly. Individuals new to state service start at the minimum...

Laborer

  • North Smithfield, RI (16 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI (16 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 2 days ago

un Laborer (North Smithfield) compensation: 20 dollars per hour cash money Laborer needed YOU MUST KNOW HOW TO: use a pressure washer, a lawnmower, weedwacker, how to sweep, how to clean general areas...

Laborer-- Roofing and Siding

  • Coventry, RI (22 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Coventry, RI (22 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 2 days ago

We are a Local Roofing and siding contractor looking for laborer's to remove siding and cleanup our jobsites WE NEED 2-3 HARD WORKERS FOR WORK ASAP START TOMMOROW! Must be able to work off ladders...

Console Operator-Building Environmental Controls

  • Worcester, MA (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Overview GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the general supervision of the Lead or designee, the Console Operator responsible for the operation and monitoring the Building Environmental controls,...

$50 Cash Pay Moving Laborer Needed for 2hrs - July 13 at 8 AM

  • Milford, MA (21 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Milford, MA (21 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 4 days ago

$50 Cash Pay Moving Laborer Needed for 2hrs - July 13 at 8 AM (Milford) compensation: $25 per hour Job Details: - Unloading items - Assist in event set up Items: - containers, clothes, etc....

Punch Press Operator

  • Uxbridge, MA (12 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (12 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 4 days ago

PUNCH PRESS OPERATOR Precision Engineering LLC Uxbridge, MA (Onsite) Full-Time Precision Engineering, LLC (PE) is part of the Heico Companies, and in aggregate, Heico's businesses generate more...

Skilled Laborer for Paving crew

  • Monson, MA (24 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Monson, MA (24 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 5 days ago

un Skilled Laborer for Paving crew (monson) APMi 113 bethany rd compensation: Based on experience employment type: job title: Laborer, equipment Operator, Paving APMI IS LOOKING TO HIRE!...

Heavy Equip Operator-J. Read Corp-Site Contractor

  • Hopkinton, MA (24 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hopkinton, MA (24 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 5 days ago

un Heavy Equip Operator-J. Read Corp-Site Contractor J. Read Corporation South Street compensation: Heavy Equipment Operator experienced with Excavators or Loaders employment type: experience...

Laborer for steel building manufacturer

  • Sutton, MA (12 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sutton, MA (12 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 5 days ago

un Laborer for steel building manufacturer (Sutton) Package Steel Systems image 1 of 1 15 Harback Rd compensation: paid weekly employment type: job title: Laborer General Laborers needed for steel building...

Skilled Laborer Wanted Home Remodeling (Kitchen, Bath, Finished Basement, etc)

  • Smithfield, RI (17 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI (17 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Laborer Wanted Home Remodeling (Rhode Island) Looking for reliable part-time help with residential remodeling projects....

Instrument Operator- Surveying

  • Worcester, MA (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (20 miles from Thompson, CT)
  • 6 days ago

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Instrument Operator- Surveying to join our dynamic team in Worcester, MA. Be involved in our Geomatics Surveying team and be a part of...

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Thompson, CT

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

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.

Highest Education Level

Laborers in Thompson, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Bachelor's Degree
15.3%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
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 Thompson, CT
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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