Laborer Jobs in Thorndale, PA

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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Miller Sports Construction

Sports Equipment Installer

Specialty Contractor is seeking experienced sports equipment installers to join our team. Growing gym renovation business is seeking technicians with experience in set-up and installation of a...

Handy-Man

  • Broomall, PA (20 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Broomall, PA (20 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 16 hours ago

Handy-Man (Broomall) compensation: Competative Rates We are looking for a "Punch List" type of handy man to get a property ready to sell in Broomall. Looking for someone that does time and...

Construction Laborer

  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

Construction Service, a leading Heavy/Highway and Site Development Construction Company with job sites throughout the State of Delaware, is currently seeking hard working and dependable Construction Laborers...

Installer Tech Construction General Laborer

  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 1 day ago

We're hiring Installers (Construction General Laborers) for our award-winning team in Belmont, NC!...

Travel General Laborer Nights $18

  • Chester, PA (22 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chester, PA (22 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Travel General Laborer Nights $18 SPAR is growing our overnight construction team! We are hiring full-time laborers who is hard working and reliable....

Auxiliary Operator

  • Chester, PA (22 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chester, PA (22 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Reference #: JR10689 Who we are For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve...

General Laborer

  • Coatesville, PA (4 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Coatesville, PA (4 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring skilled General Laborers for projects located in Coatesville, PA....

Business Process Red Team Operator

  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (23 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Contribute to leading-edge security and resilience efforts, advancing protective strategies and propelling continuous improvement. As an Assessments & Exercises Vice President in the Cybersecurity...

CDL Delivery Driver - Knuckle Boom Operator (424)

  • Exton, PA (7 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Exton, PA (7 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 9 days ago

If you're a licensed CDL Driver looking to advance your career with a nationally established company, look no further. ABC Supply, America's largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior...

Boiler Operator

  • Villanova, PA (21 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Villanova, PA (21 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Operates and keeps in good working order a variety of equipment including hand tools, mobile electronic devices, measuring/diagnostic/testing meters and instruments....

Asphalt Screed Operator

  • Malvern, PA (12 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (12 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities This position operates one or more types of construction equipment; such as asphalt pavers, asphalt rollers, material transfer vehicles, milling machines, back hoes and skid...

Utility Operator/Mechanic III (Nights)

  • Malvern, PA (12 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Malvern, PA (12 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Utility Operator/Mechanic III (Nights)- Function Supply Chain Manufacturing- Sub function Production Equipment Repair & Maintenance- Category Specialist Technician, Production Equipment Repair &...

Retail Store Remodel/Construction Laborer - Overnight

  • Norristown, PA (24 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Norristown, PA (24 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 16 days ago

Resets/Remodel Merchandiser Nights Local $20 hour SPAR is growing our overnight reset and remodel merchandising team! This Reset Merchandiser job will be part of a team remodeling the insides of...

Saw Operator - 1st Shift - Morgantown, PA

  • Morgantown, PA (13 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Morgantown, PA (13 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 16 days ago

Utilize standard hand tools including files, squares, and tape measures. Handle and manipulate product components using overhead cranes and fork trucks....

Machine Operator

  • Chester, PA (22 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Chester, PA (22 miles from Thorndale, PA)
  • 21 days ago

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our...

Demographic Data for Thorndale, PA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Thorndale, PA

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Highest Education Level

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



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