Laborer Jobs in Brooklyn Park, MD

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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701 Warehouse Operator

  • Elkridge, MD (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • moments ago
  • Elkridge, MD (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • moments ago

p /ppTransport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a...

Garage Door Installer - Experienced - Replace 16 Garage Door

  • Pasadena, MD (9 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Pasadena, MD (9 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 9 hours ago

un Garage Door Installer - Experienced - Replace 16' Garage Door (Pasadena) image 1 of 1 Bayside Beach Rd near Thackara Road compensation: Per your estimate I need an experienced garage door...

Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 13 hours ago

Summary The Utility Systems Repairer-Operator performs work that primarily involves repairing and operating several utility systems at the Loch Raven VA Medical Center. Such work requires the...

Chemical Process Operator-7

  • Hunt Valley, MD (18 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hunt Valley, MD (18 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 1 day ago

First level of machine operator in production, performing basic operations on a single workstation.Or, operator using equipment to contribute to manufacturing packaging, and other steps along a...

Hydrovac Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Are you enthusiastic about safe excavation and skilled in operating hydrovac equipment? Join the Badger team as a Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use high-pressure water and vacuum systems...

Paving Transfer Machine Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities This position operates one or more types of construction equipment; such as asphalt pavers, asphalt rollers, material transfer vehicles, milling machines, back hoes and skid...

Asphalt Screed Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities This position operates skid steer as they apply to milling and paving operations. Operators are responsible for safe operation, non-mechanical maintenance and up-keep of...

Asphalt Roller Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities This position operates one or more types of construction equipment; such as asphalt pavers, asphalt rollers, material transfer vehicles, milling machines, back hoes and skid...

General Laborer (Roving) - Ready-Mix - Brooklyn (MD)

  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Operate heavy construction equipment or similar types of cleanup loaders in order to assist with the operation of the plant. Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned....

Operator Trainee

  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership's midstream...

Major Projects HVAC Tradesman (un)

  • Capitol Heights, MD (21 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Capitol Heights, MD (21 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Unleash Your Potential with Johnson Controls' Elite Data Center HVAC Service Team Looking to power up your career? Step into the frontline of innovation with Johnson Controls' Data Center Service...

Production Operator

  • Halethorpe, MD (3 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Halethorpe, MD (3 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Production Operator Nucor Rebar Fabrication Northeast Halethorpe, MD Job Details From $19.91 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance...

Dredge Offloader Operator

  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 40 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include...

We are Looking for a Handyman!

  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 15 days ago

We are Looking for a Handyman!...

LeafFilter - Gutter Installer - Maryland

  • Glen Burnie, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MD)
  • 16 days ago

YOU MUST CURRENTLY HAVE OR BE WILLING TO OBTAIN YOUR OWN GUTTER MACHINE LeafFilter the #1-rated professionally installed gutter protection system in America, as rated by leading consumer...

Demographic Data for Brooklyn Park, MD

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Brooklyn Park, MD

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

Highest Education Level

Laborers in Brooklyn Park, MD 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 Brooklyn Park, MD
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Laborer position

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