Laborer Jobs in Georgia

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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Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for various manual tasks such as digging trenches, unloading building materials, and preparing job sites with use of hand tools like shovels, rakes...

Building / construction experience is required Full size truck, van, and/or trailer preferred Ability to work in outside conditions such as; heat, cold, snow, and rain Excellent customer service skills...

Experienced Pest Control Operator

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago

About Hawx Hawx Pest Control is a technology-driven company that is revolutionizing the pest management industry. Hawx serves a crucial public health function by using state-of-the-art equipment...

Handyman Technician

  • Lithonia, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lithonia, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Dominium is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis and were looking for motivated candidates to join our team and help further our mission. With offices in Minneapolis, Atlanta, Dallas and...

Scrapyard General Laborer

  • Locust Grove, GA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Locust Grove, GA
  • 5 hours ago

Laborer in Locust Grove, GA....

General laborer help with ladder

  • Dalton, GA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Dalton, GA
  • 5 hours ago

un General laborer help with ladder (Dalton) compensation: Pay with be discussed when we speak General labor help needed must have ladder and some tools pay will be discussed when we speak post id:...

Take Up Operator III

  • Carrollton, GA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Carrollton, GA
  • 5 hours ago

In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions.The company also offers digital solutions including...

Machine Operator

  • Black Creek, GA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Black Creek, GA
  • 6 hours ago

CNC Machine Operator/ Manufacturing Technician Pay: Based on shift (Shift differential for night and weekends shifts) (Must be open to any shift & pay) Base pay/ A Shift - $21.75 (Will train on...

LIFT TRUCK OPERATOR II - Nights (M-TH 7P-7A) FOSS

  • Rome, GA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Rome, GA
  • 9 hours ago

Are you looking for more? At Mohawk Industries, we're committed to more - more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team. As...

CNC Operator

  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 22 hours ago

Complete roll tooling changeovers using hand tools and maintain equipment, supplies and machinery safely....

Skilled Handyman Carpentry, Repairs & Maintenance

  • Snellville, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Snellville, GA
  • 1 day ago

Handyman, not Mr. Handyman SPV LLC or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchise owner will be your only employer....

Siding and Window installer subcontractor

  • Pooler, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pooler, GA
  • 1 day ago

Window and Siding Installers**Were looking forEXPERIENCED WINDOW and SIDING INSTALLERS to install our vinyl Window and Sidings**W2 Company Employee Position OR a 1099 Subcontractor****$65,000 -...

Skilled Handyman wanted!

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

un Skilled Handyman wanted! compensation: $30 to $35 an hour depending on experience and if you hold insurance Are you the type of handyman with multi skills?...

Calling all handyman professionals!

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

Calling all handyman professionals! compensation: $30 to $35 an hour depending on experience and if you hold insurance Are you the type of handyman with multi skills?...

Warehouse & Pre-Fabrication Operator

  • Suwanee, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Suwanee, GA
  • 1 day ago

SIKLA USA INC. Sikla USA Inc. is a subsidiary of the German- Austrian Sikla Group, a manufacturer of modular steelwork and pipe support systems for industrial steelwork solutions. From our Suwanee...

Demographic Data for Georgia

Moving to Georgia? Find some basic demographic data about Georgia below.


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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Georgia

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Georgia offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.8%
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 Georgia
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%



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