Laborer Jobs in Commerce, GA

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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Landscape Laborer- Wide Area Mowing

  • Cornelia, GA (19 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cornelia, GA (19 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 7 hours ago

Our growing company is seeking dedicated, dependable Landscape Laborers to work safely in the field....

Scale Operator

  • Athens, GA (17 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Athens, GA (17 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 2 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

Cnc Operator

  • Jefferson, GA (9 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jefferson, GA (9 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 5 days ago

CNC Operator Job Description Join our team as a CNC Operator where you will be responsible for machining precision parts to meet our customers' specifications. Enjoy working on lots of repeat...

City Bus Operator(CDL)

  • Athens, GA (17 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Athens, GA (17 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Hiring Bonus Program Effective 9/18/21 Non-CDL Drivers eligible for $1,500 hiring bonus See details below A $3,000, one time hiring incentive, to be paid in $1,000 increments (not added to base...

City Bus Operator( no CDL)

  • Athens, GA (17 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Athens, GA (17 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Non-CDL Drivers eligible for $1,500 hiring bonus See details below A $1,500, one time hiring incentive, to be paid in $500 increments (not added to base salary). Eligible newly hired full time...

Hatchery Laborer In Commerce, GA

  • Commerce, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Commerce, GA
  • 5 days ago

Position at Pilgrim's At Pilgrims, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. Production Associate ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Processes...

Construction Laborer (Geosynthetic Liner)

  • Gainesville, GA (18 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA (18 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Our ideal candidate for a Construction Laborer will travel and install liner. WORK LOCATION: Traveling nationwide, primarily the East Coast....

Utility Operator

  • Ila, GA (12 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ila, GA (12 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 8 days ago

At Ledcor, we've been building success for over seventy years-and our people have always been at the heart of it. Whether it's planning, development, or large-scale project execution, our diverse...

Warehouse Laborer

  • Gainesville, GA (18 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA (18 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Under general supervision, the Warehouse Laborer will manually move freight, stock and other materials....

Construction Laborer - Bridge Construction Laborer - Bridge

  • Homer, GA (10 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Homer, GA (10 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 13 days ago

Construction Laborer - Bridge CRH 5 ( ) Homer, GA 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 and equally to...

Laborer

  • Ila, GA (12 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Ila, GA (12 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 14 days ago

As a Laborer at Ledcor, you'll help with excavation, grading, trenching, concrete work, and more....

General Laborer

  • Chestnut Mountain, GA (19 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chestnut Mountain, GA (19 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 15 days ago

General Laborer Job Description We are looking for dedicated general laborers to assist with our operations, specifically in material handling....

Pump Operator - Braselton

  • Braselton, GA (17 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Braselton, GA (17 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 28 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Concrete Pump Partners (CPP) is a regional concrete pumping company with its headquarters in Nashville, TN. We also have locations in Chattanooga TN, Knoxville TN,...

Construction Laborer - Bridge

  • Homer, GA (10 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Homer, GA (10 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 28 days ago

Job ID: 508968 Talley Construction, A CRH Company, has been a trusted source for highway development and general contracting in the areas around Chattanooga Tennessee, North Georgia and Northeast...

Golf Course Construction Laborer

  • Athens, GA (17 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Athens, GA (17 miles from Commerce, GA)
  • 28 days ago

We are seeking motivated and reliable Laborers to join our golf course construction team....

Demographic Data for Commerce, GA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Commerce, GA

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Commerce, GA 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 Commerce, GA
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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