Laborer Jobs in New York City, NY

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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Join Our Team! Construction Workers Wanted!

  • Clifton, NJ (13 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Clifton, NJ (13 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

*Positions Available:* General Laborers Skilled Carpenters Window and Door Installers Framers *What We Offer:* Competitive pay Opportunities for advancement A supportive and collaborative work environment...

Metal Fabrication & Press Brake Operator

  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

METAL FABRICATION JOB SHOP SEEKING SHEETMETAL MECHANIC / PRESS BRAKE OPERATOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED OFFERING HEALTH INSURANCE, 401K, PAID HOLIDAYS AND OVER TIME WHEN NEEDED

Production Machine Operator

  • Elizabeth, NJ (9 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (9 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 19 hours ago

Production Machine Operator Why Choose Us? Our Sustainability Commitment The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is...

General Labor - Transloading Operator

  • Cedar Knolls, NJ (24 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Cedar Knolls, NJ (24 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Details Job Location: East Frederick Transload Facility - Cedar Knolls, NJ Salary Range: Undisclosed Job Description As a transloader/operator, one can expect to experience a fulfilling and...

Plant Operator Trainee

  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description About Veolia North America A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years,...

General Laborer -Pay Rate ($20/Hr) - QUICK START

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

**Essential Skills** + General labor experience. + Experience with hand tools and power tools. + Commercial construction and assembly experience. + Ability to read a tape measure. + Ability to stand...

CNC Saw Operator

  • Springfield, NJ (16 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, NJ (16 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

un CNC Saw Operator (Springfield) Atlas Marble and Granite image 1 of 5 44 Fadem Rd near Springfield compensation: Top wages / Benefits must qualify employment type: job title: Stone installer...

Cnc Operator

  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

CNC Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled CNC Operator to set up and run CNC Mills and Lathes, working from prints to machine customer-specific parts and inspect their quality....

First Operator Central Plant

  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago

.- Safe operation of hand tools, power tools, rigging equipment.- Good written and verbal communications skills, good interpersonal skills. - Basic knowledge/familiarity with computer applications such...

Glazier/Shower Door Installer Helper

  • Westbury, NY (22 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westbury, NY (22 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Glazier/Shower Door Installer Helper TriView Reflections 657 Old Country Road near TriView Reflections compensation: $20-22 an hour employment type: job title: Glazier Shower Door Installer Helper...

8hrs General Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - June 11 at 8:30 AM

  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago

8hrs General Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - June 11 at 8:30 AM (Norwalk) compensation: $20 per hour Job Details: - Dig fence post holes - Please wear gloves ** All tools and materials will be provided...

Boiler Operator

  • Caldwell, NJ (17 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Caldwell, NJ (17 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Boiler Operator (part of Allegis Group) 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Caldwell, NJ 07006 Job Title: Boiler Engineer PAY: $29-32 Job Description We are seeking a dedicated engineer to join our team. This...

General Laborer 3rd Shift

  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 2 days ago

This may include but is not limited to: **Responsibilities:** + Movement of heavy, wet material using hand tools, Bobcat Skidsteer, offroad haul trucks, and payloaders + Sorting and picking of small...

Assistant Chief Operator of Water Resource Recovery Facility

  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (2 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 3 days ago

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water,...

Boiler Operator

  • Elizabeth, NJ (9 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (9 miles from New York City, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Boiler OperatorReq #:... Category:Plant and Engineering Status:Part-Time Shift:Evening Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center Department:Power Plant Salary:$31.70 per hour Location: POWER PLANT...

Demographic Data for New York City, NY

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in New York City, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Laborers in New York City, NY 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 New York City, NY
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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