Laborer Jobs in Brookline, MO

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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Boiler Operator - Engineering - South

  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Summary About Us CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics....

Skilled Tradesman - Stone Refinisher

  • Ozark, MO (14 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ozark, MO (14 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 3 days ago

Skilled Tradesman - Great Opportunity and Full Training Provided Stone Refinisher - 409 Location: Atlanta, GA$20 - $25 Hourly Full-Time Position About Us: Mid America Specialty Services (MASS) has...

Commercial Entry Door Installer - 4750536008

  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Why DH Pace?** DH Pace Company is a distribution, construction and service organization offering a complete range of door and door related products and commercial security products. The company is...

Residential Garage Door Installers and Technicians -Experienced and Trainees! - 4750569008

  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Why DH Pace?** DH Pace Company is a distribution, construction and service organization offering a complete range of door and door related products and commercial security products. The company is...

Handyman Crew Needed- 1099 Contractors

  • Republic, MO (7 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Republic, MO (7 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 12 days ago

investors and looking for independent skilled Handyman Crew....

Fabrication Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Ozark, MO (14 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Ozark, MO (14 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 14 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Fabrication Operator A fabricates steel frames and parts for boat trailers. The position will be cross trained on all equipment including presses, drills, saws, plasma...

Lead Boiler Operator - Engineering - North - Department Only Applications

  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 14 days ago

Summary About Us CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics....

General Laborer / Construction

  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 17 days ago
  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 17 days ago

General Laborer / Construction (Springfield) 2 Brothers Renovations LLC image 1 of 1 compensation: Pay depends on experience and performance employment type: job title: General Laborer Construction...

Handyman, Foundations, Garage Doors, Sheetrock, Painters, Framing

  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 24 days ago
  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 24 days ago

un Handyman, Foundations, Garage Doors, Sheetrock, Painters, Framing (NW Springfield) image 1 of 1 compensation: Cash Daily TBD We have several projects coming up and some going on now....

LeafFilter- Gutter Installer- Springfield, MO

  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 28 days ago
  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 28 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...

MNF General Laborer/PIV Operator

  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 28 days ago
  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 28 days ago

Our client, a leader in the industrial sector, is seeking a General Laborer/PIV Operator to join their team....

Manufacturing Operator

  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

We are currently searching for a Manufacturing Operator for our Springfield Mo Facility. Co-workers in this classification are required to have an entry level knowledge of ordinary machine shop...

General Laborer

  • Strafford, MO (19 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Strafford, MO (19 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Be able to show up on time, ready to work every day. Work every day. Work in building with no A/C but is heated. This is an on-Job position. Will be doing assembly work with pneumatic rivet tools....

Gutter Installer

  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Springfield, MO (8 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 45+ 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...

Custodian / General Laborer

  • Aurora, MO (22 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Aurora, MO (22 miles from Brookline, MO)
  • 60+ days ago

This position requires an individual to perform a variety of tasks in the custodial and maintenance trades for the cleaning and repair of school buildings, grounds, and related district...

Demographic Data for Brookline, MO

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Brookline, MO

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


Highest Education Level

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



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