Laborer Jobs in South Orange, NJ

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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Wanted: Handyman

  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Wanted: Handyman Looking for a handyman who has experience with painting, drywall repair, appliance repair, mounting, plumbing, etc....

Roving Maintenance Technician / Handyman

  • Florham Park, NJ (7 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (7 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Roving Maintenance Technician / Handyman Lone Eagle Management Florham Park, New Jersey Were seeking a skilled and motivated Roving Maintenance Technician to support our growing property portfolio....

Residential Handyman

  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Hiring Residential Handyman Pay: $52,000 - $58,000 Shift: 1st shift Flexible to work weekends - Never exceeding 5 working days per week Job Description We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician...

Operator - Queens, NY

  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and...

CNC Operator

  • Clifton, NJ (10 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Clifton, NJ (10 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

CNC Operator** **Job Description:** As a CNC Operator, you will oversee the daily functions of CNC machinery, ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently. **Responsibilities** + Operate CNC...

HANDYMAN/Carpentry/Plumbing/Electrical/HVAC

  • Astoria, NY (16 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Astoria, NY (16 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

un HANDYMAN/Carpentry/Plumbing/Electrical/HVAC (Astoria Queen) compensation: depending on experience looking for an experience HANDYMAN to be self starter that can apply his working skills in different...

General Laborer

  • College Point, NY (21 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • College Point, NY (21 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description The General Laborer will work well independently, with a team and collaborate with people from other departments in a factory....

General Laborer Needed (Part-Time)

  • Bronx, NY (18 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (18 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Were seeking a dependable and hardworking general laborer for a project in South Bronx. Tasks include light cleaning, moving items, and assisting with basic organizational work....

Full-Time Handyman Position - North & Central New Jersey

  • Union, NJ (3 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Union, NJ (3 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

- How long have you been doing handyman/maintenance work?...

Construction Laborer

  • Kearny, NJ (7 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kearny, NJ (7 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

I am looking for a reliable and skilled Construction Laborer to join my team (full time or part time)....

Handyman

  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

un Handyman (Chinatown / Lit Italy) compensation: Tbd Installing engineer wood floors stairs Painting Organizing Plumbing Electrical Floor tiles Compound Sanding Leds post id: ... updated: [ ]...

Summer Relief Handyman

  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Seeking a Handyman with good English speaking skills - Must have boiler license, electrical and plumbing knowledge. Must have verifiable references....

Light Rail Vehicle Operator

  • Jersey City, NJ (9 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (9 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Become a part of a dynamic, fast-growing player in Heavy Construction....

Machine Operator

  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Who We Are Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and...

Handyman Needed

  • Bronx, NY (18 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (18 miles from South Orange, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Owner/Manager is seeking a Handyman to join the staff of a 240-unit residential apartment complex. This is a non-union job that reports directly to the resident superintendent....

Demographic Data for South Orange, NJ

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in South Orange, NJ

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in South Orange, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Bachelor's Degree
15.2%
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 South Orange, NJ
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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