Laborer Jobs in Lexington, NC

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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General Laborer - Bundler

  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Title: General Laborer - Bundler The Bundler works alongside other fabrication shop employees to offload pipe, inspect pipe, and prepare pipe to be assembled and banded, while adhering to blueprints...

Machine Operator 2nd Shift

  • Randleman, NC (23 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Randleman, NC (23 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Metals USA is seeking a Machine Operator for our Randleman, NC location. Metals USA is a leading metals processor/distributor in North America, providing a wide range of carbon steel products and...

Laborer - DCI Archdale

  • Archdale, NC (17 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Archdale, NC (17 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 1 day ago

OVERVIEW Seeking candidate with underground utility experience. RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to perform required tasks involved installing fiber optic cable. QUALIFICATIONS Valid Drivers License Work...

Asphalt Laborer (Yard Man at the Plant)

  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Asphalt Laborer (Yard Man) General Description Seeking skilled and unskilled asphalt laborers....

Lift Truck Operator - Material Flow Department

  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Are you looking for more? At Mohawk Industries, we're committed to more - more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team. As...

Fabrication Operator

  • Lexington, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, NC
  • 7 days ago

What will you do? Responsible for setting up and operating fabrication machines or other related equipment used to fabricate quality units involving a number of parts and details. What skills and...

Construction Operator 1

  • Denton, NC (9 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Denton, NC (9 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 8 days ago

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO LIST ALL OF THE DUTIES THAT ARE OR MAY BE PERFORMED IN THIS POSITION Primary Duties 1. Performs basic, routine work using clearly prescribed procedures....

Laborer

  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Salisbury, NC (14 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Laborer Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administrion Salisbury - W.G....

Lift Truck Operator II

  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 13 days ago

Are you looking for more? At Mohawk Industries, were committed to more more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team. As a...

Lift Truck Operator - Materials Department

  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 15 days ago

Are you looking for more? At Mohawk Industries, were committed to more more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team. As a...

Press Brake Operator

  • Lexington, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Lexington, NC
  • 16 days ago

Press Brake Operator Job Description The Brake Press Operator will be responsible for setting up and operating the brake to bend, notch, punch, or straighten metal plates or sheet metal according...

Fiberglass Production Operator

  • Lexington, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Lexington, NC
  • 16 days ago

Nippon Electric Glass (NEG) is one of the largest glass fiber manufacturers in the world, with manufacturing and sales in all three major world regions (Americas, Asia and Europe). The Glass Fiber...

Lift Truck Operator

  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 17 days ago

Are you looking for more? At Mohawk Industries, were committed to more more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team. As a...

Laborer Telecom Underground

  • Asheboro, NC (23 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Asheboro, NC (23 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 17 days ago

Discover a more conected Laborer career At Lambert's Cable Splicing, as a Laborer on our Telecom Underground team, you’ll participate in all phases of underground construction, including loading, delivery...

Machine Operator

  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Thomasville, NC (10 miles from Lexington, NC)
  • 21 days ago

Are you looking for more? At Mohawk Industries, were committed to more more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team. As a...

Demographic Data for Lexington, NC

Moving to Lexington, NC? Find some basic demographic data about Lexington, NC below.


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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Lexington, NC

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Lexington, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.6%
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 Lexington, NC
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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