Laborer Jobs in Upton, MA

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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Immeidate Need For Construction Laborers

Hudson, MA (15 miles from Upton, MA)
1 day ago

Hudson, MA (15 miles from Upton, MA)
1 day ago

un ***IMMEIDATE NEED FOR CONSTRUCTION LABORERS*** compensation: Depends on experience employment type: job title: Construction Skilled Laborer - 5+ years of construction/labor experience - Both Commercial...

Immeidate Need For Construction Laborers

Worcester, MA (11 miles from Upton, MA)
1 day ago

Worcester, MA (11 miles from Upton, MA)
1 day ago

un ***IMMEIDATE NEED FOR CONSTRUCTION LABORERS*** compensation: $19-$21/hr employment type: job title: Construction Laborer - 1+ years of construction/labor experience - Both Commercial and Residential...

Retail Store Remodel/Construction Laborer - Overnight

Blackstone, MA (10 miles from Upton, MA)
2 days ago

Blackstone, MA (10 miles from Upton, MA)
2 days ago

Resets/Remodel Merchandiser Nights Local $20 hour SPAR is growing our overnight reset and remodel merchandising team! This Reset Merchandiser job will be part of a team remodeling the insides of...

General Laborer 2nd Shift

Franklin, MA (11 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Franklin, MA (11 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a General Laborer 2nd shift position!...

General Laborer 1st Shift

Franklin, MA (11 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Franklin, MA (11 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a General Laborer 1 st shift position!...

Union Driver 3 - Tractor Trailer Operator

Oxford, MA (13 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Oxford, MA (13 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment....

2nd Shift - Production Support/Hardware Operator: M-Thursday, 4X10 schedule!

Uxbridge, MA (8 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Uxbridge, MA (8 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Check power and hand tools for correct operation. Assemble components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and sub-assemblies, per customer order....

General Laborer

Plainville, MA (17 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Plainville, MA (17 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Laborers are sometimes required to work over weekends, on public holidays, and at night....

Wheelabrator Operator

Newton, MA (24 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Newton, MA (24 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Wheelabrator Operator Weir ESCO Newton, MS Onsite 3rd Shift - 9p - 5:15a Purpose of Role: The Wheelabrator Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining Wheelabrator machines to...

Shotblast Operator

Newton, MA (24 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Newton, MA (24 miles from Upton, MA)
3 days ago

Shotblast Operator Weir ESCO Newton, MS onsite 2nd Shift, 1:00 pm - 9:15 pm. Purpose of Role: The Shotblast Operator is responsible for checking the hardness of castings and ensure they meet all...

K&R Auto Salvage Seeking Yard Man/Yard Laborer

North Providence, RI (23 miles from Upton, MA)
4 days ago

North Providence, RI (23 miles from Upton, MA)
4 days ago

K&R Auto Salvage is hiring for a yardman/yard laborer. This is a full time position. The job will be pulling small parts off of scrap vehicles, and various labor involved tasks when needed....

8hrs Handyman/Yard Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - May 31 at 7 AM

Shrewsbury, MA (9 miles from Upton, MA)
4 days ago

Shrewsbury, MA (9 miles from Upton, MA)
4 days ago

8hrs Handyman/Yard Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - May 31 at 7 AM (Shrewsbury) compensation: $20 per hour Job Details: - Fixing the closet - Light carpentry task - Weeding - Yard cleaning - Mowing...

Highway Maintenance Operator I

Providence, RI (24 miles from Upton, MA)
6 days ago

Providence, RI (24 miles from Upton, MA)
6 days ago

To mount and dismount special equipment, such as plow gear and sanders, using equipment instructions and hand tools to prepare equipment for operation....

Handy Man Needed to Assemble 6 Different Furniture Items.

Auburn, MA (12 miles from Upton, MA)
6 days ago

Auburn, MA (12 miles from Upton, MA)
6 days ago

Handy Man Needed to Assemble 6 Different Furniture Items. (Auburn) image 1 of 4 compensation: $250 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Handy Man / Service/ Repair Man I'm...

FT/PT Heavy Equip Operator and Laborer Needed

Dedham, MA (22 miles from Upton, MA)
6 days ago

Dedham, MA (22 miles from Upton, MA)
6 days ago

FT/PT Heavy Equip Operator and Laborer Needed (Boston) compensation: $35/hr to start employment type: job title: PT FT Heavy Equip and Laborer Needed -Heavy equipment operator needed for excavation...

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Demographic Data for Upton, MA

Moving to Upton, MA? Find some basic demographic data about Upton, MA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Upton, MA

Local

National

Total Population

7,900

Number of Businesses

182

City Size

Medium/Sm

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Upton, MA

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 Upton, MA 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 Upton, MA

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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