Laborer Jobs in Peterborough, NH

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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5hrs Moving Laborer Needed for $100 Cash Pay - July 28 at 9 AM

  • Amherst, NH (16 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Amherst, NH (16 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 1 day ago

5hrs Moving Laborer Needed for $100 Cash Pay - July 28 at 9 AM (Amherst) compensation: $20 per hour Job Details: - Loading and unloading items Items: - Mattress, household items, furniture, boxes, etc...

Moving laborer needed today at 4:45pm

  • Fitchburg, MA (21 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fitchburg, MA (21 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 3 days ago

un Moving laborer needed today at 4:45pm (Fitchburg) Northwood St compensation: $20/hr 2hr minimum One person needed to help. Must be punctual and professional. post id: ... updated: [ ]...

Shipping Receiving Laborer

  • Baldwinville, MA (20 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baldwinville, MA (20 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 4 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.5 - $27 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Laborer - Full time Warehouse

  • Gardner, MA (19 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gardner, MA (19 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 4 days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.5 - $27 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Sheet Metal Operator

  • Keene, NH (18 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Keene, NH (18 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 16 days ago

Sheet Metal Operator Industrial & Manufacturing $ 17 - $ 22 / Hour location_on Keene, New Hampshire work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco...

Operator - Mixer Driver - Full-time year-round (CDL-B):

  • Amherst, NH (16 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 17 days ago
  • Amherst, NH (16 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 17 days ago

Job ID: 512861 Redimix Companies, Inc., one of New Englands leading concrete suppliers, is part of CRH. CRH is the leading vertically integrated supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready-mix...

Landscape Laborer

  • Henniker, NH (21 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 23 days ago
  • Henniker, NH (21 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 23 days ago

Job Summary Details: The Landscape Crew team member will maintain property grounds by mowing, cutting lawns; trimming and edging along walkways, flower beds and walls; trims bushes and trees;...

Blake Equipment CNC Operator

  • Greenville, NH (12 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 27 days ago
  • Greenville, NH (12 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 27 days ago

Blake Equipment CNC Operator - Greenville, NH Blake Equipment is part of the largest national wholesaler (a division of Headwater Companies www.headwaterco.com ) in the United States, specializing...

Inspector / CMM Operator - 2nd Shift - Monday - Thursday, 3:15PM to 1:15AM

  • Keene, NH (18 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Keene, NH (18 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 45+ days ago

Requisition Number: 69174 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the worlds leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the...

Production Operator- 1st Shift

  • Winchester, NH (20 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Winchester, NH (20 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 45+ days ago

75 Plumb Pak Drive, Winchester, New Hampshire 03470 United States of America Why Oatey? Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing...

Production Operator 2nd Shift

  • Winchester, NH (20 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Winchester, NH (20 miles from Peterborough, NH)
  • 90+ days ago

75 Plumb Pak Drive, Winchester, New Hampshire 03470 United States of America Why Oatey? Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing...

Demographic Data for Peterborough, NH

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Peterborough, NH

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Peterborough, NH offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.7%
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 Peterborough, NH
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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