Laborer Jobs in Lillington, 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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Saw Operator Piece Rate

Dunn, NC (18 miles from Lillington, NC)
2 days ago

Dunn, NC (18 miles from Lillington, NC)
2 days ago

Overview As a Saw Shop Operator, you'll get to setup our builders for success by setting up and operating power saws to slot, cut, and trim wood for pallet creation! You'll be the a vital piece of...

LeafFilter- Gutter Installer- Fayetteville

Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
3 days ago

Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
3 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...

Garage Door Installer

Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
4 days ago

Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
4 days ago

Job Description: As a Garage Door Technician, you will provide exceptional service to our residential and commercial customers, ensuring the proper installation, repair, and maintenance of garage...

Handyman Wanted!

Fuquay Varina, NC (13 miles from Lillington, NC)
6 days ago

Fuquay Varina, NC (13 miles from Lillington, NC)
6 days ago

un Handyman Wanted! compensation: $30 to $35 an hour depending on experience and if you hold insurance Our organization is currently looking to fill a few handyman positions in the Raleigh market....

OHE Operator

Fuquay Varina, NC (13 miles from Lillington, NC)
9 days ago

Fuquay Varina, NC (13 miles from Lillington, NC)
9 days ago

. + Work with maintenance crew or assist as laborer when not operating equipment. + Dig around all live utilities, both underground and overhead. + Train, guide, or oversee work of lower graded operators...

General Laborer

Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
9 days ago

Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
9 days ago

Blackmon Mooring & BMS CAT is a global leader in disaster restoration. From initial clean up to complete rebuilds, Blackmon Mooring/BMS CAT is there every step of the way. We work on multi-million...

Utility Construction Worker (19NC.24)

Fort Bragg, NC (15 miles from Lillington, NC)
9 days ago

Fort Bragg, NC (15 miles from Lillington, NC)
9 days ago

tools and power tools preferred Must take and pass Federal OSHA and or State Mandated Safety training with annual refresher courses as required by the associated regulations for this Position....

Manufacturing Production Laborer

Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
9 days ago

Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
9 days ago

Manufacturing Production Laborer Job Category Manufacturing Market Location NC - Fayetteville/Pinehurst area Location NC - Fayetteville Apply Now ( NVR, Inc., Parent Company of Ryan, NV, and Heartland...

Now Hiring: Construction Laborers - Fayetteville, NC (Military Base Project Pipe Insulation)

Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
12 days ago

Fayetteville, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
12 days ago

Job Description Now Hiring: Construction Laborers - Fayetteville, NC (Military Base Project | Pipe Insulation) CCS Construction Staffing is seeking dependable Construction Laborers for a project on...

Construction Laborer

Fort Bragg, NC (15 miles from Lillington, NC)
13 days ago

Fort Bragg, NC (15 miles from Lillington, NC)
13 days ago

Fastest Growing Company Great Places to Work 2023 Best Places to work in Chicago 20 21 22 23 Best Places to Work in Construction 2023 We are looking to hire an experienced and responsible Construction Laborer...

Sewer Collection Operator II

Fuquay Varina, NC (13 miles from Lillington, NC)
15 days ago

Fuquay Varina, NC (13 miles from Lillington, NC)
15 days ago

Performs responsible semi-skilled and skilled work in the installation, replacement, repair and maintenance of wastewater lines and appurtenances. An employee in this class performs a variety of...

Tatical SATCOM Operator-Ft. Liberty, NC (52649)

Fort Liberty, NC (15 miles from Lillington, NC)
16 days ago

Fort Liberty, NC (15 miles from Lillington, NC)
16 days ago

Description of Duties: Shall have knowledge of tactical and commercial satellite communication equipment. Shall know how to operate Satellite Modems, Redundancy Switch, associated cables, and...

Telecom Drill Bores Operator

Dunn, NC (18 miles from Lillington, NC)
21 days ago

Dunn, NC (18 miles from Lillington, NC)
21 days ago

Discover a more connected Telecom Drill Bores Operator career At Lambert's, as a Telecom Drill Bores Operator, you’ll be responsible for operating drill equipment to install underground...

General Laborer - Meat Packing - 2nd Shift

E Fayettevlle, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
26 days ago

E Fayettevlle, NC (19 miles from Lillington, NC)
26 days ago

Hiring now for 2nd shift general laborers to work in a meat packing plant in Fayetteville, NC. Hours are Monday-Friday from 3:30pm - Midnight....

Telecom Drill Bores Operator Foreman

Dunn, NC (18 miles from Lillington, NC)
60+ days ago

Dunn, NC (18 miles from Lillington, NC)
60+ days ago

Discover a more connected Telecom Drill Bores Operator Foreman career At Lambert's Cable, as a Telecom Drill Bores Operator Foreman, you’ll oversee and coordinate the drilling operations for...

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Demographic Data for Lillington, NC

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

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Lillington, NC

Local

National

Total Population

20,637

Number of Businesses

299

City Size

Medium

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Sustainable Agribusiness

A focus on sustainable agricultural and agribusiness practices around the globe. The Sustainable Agriculture MicroMasters program provides you the knowledge to create a healthy environment,...

Speed Reading for Business. Improve focus and comprehension.

THIS IS THE 4 HOUR SPEED READING COURSE PROGRAMME THAT CAN DOUBLE YOUR READING SPEED You will read at least 66% faster or your money back. The teacher, Alex Garcez, gave up his Engineering degree...

A Promise to My Father

Follow Israel “Izzy” Arbeiter as he returns to the sites of his darkest hours and relives the Holocaust's unimaginable horrors. Arbeiter's incredible story of survival unfolds in Nazi-occupied...

Salary for Laborer Jobs in Lillington, NC

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.

Highest Education Level

Laborers in Lillington, NC 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 Lillington, NC

None

43.5%

Less than 1 year

40.2%

1-2 years

15.2%

4-6 years

1.2%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Laborer position

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