Laborer Jobs in Barrington, RI

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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Garage Door Installer / Technician

  • Raynham, MA (19 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Raynham, MA (19 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 8 hours ago

un Garage Door Installer / Technician (Raynham) HQI Door Company image 1 of 24 54 Commercial Street compensation: $30.00 - $35.00 employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Garage...

Handyman Laborer-No Contractors

  • Lincoln, RI (13 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincoln, RI (13 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Position is Full-time or Part-time. Seeking an employee. No Contractors Please. Pay will be determined and based on experience and skill. Jobs may include repairs to windows, bathroom, kitchen,...

Seeking Construction Laborers

  • Newport, RI (17 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport, RI (17 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 1 day ago

SEEKING CONSTRUCTION LABORERS compensation: 20+ DOE employment type: job title: Construction Laborer We are seeking reliable construction workers in the Newport area....

Field Gutter Installer

  • Warwick, RI (7 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warwick, RI (7 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 1 day ago

69 Illinois Ave suite 1, Warwick, RI 02888, USA $31.00/hour Job Description Meet Leaf Home. We turn complex home improvement projects and endless to-dos into achievements. With more than 50% of...

Collections System Operator

  • Cranston, RI (5 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (5 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 2 days 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...

Machine Operator

  • Seekonk, MA (6 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seekonk, MA (6 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Industrial Steel Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Metals USA is seeking experienced & proficient machine operators in Seekonk MA (Providence RI Suburb). Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented, carbon...

General Laborer

  • Franklin, MA (24 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (24 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Do you enjoy fast-paced work environments? Then we are looking for you! Our client, a Distribution Center, located in Franklin MA is currently looking for Warehouse Associates to join their staff...

Boiler Operator Apprentice Boiler Operator Apprentice

  • New Bedford, MA (20 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (20 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Our client, a leading golf products manufacturer, is seeking a Boiler Operator Apprentice to join their team. As a Boiler Operator Apprentice, you will be part of the maintenance department...

Handyman needed

  • Newport, RI (17 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newport, RI (17 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 6 days ago

un Handyman needed (Newport) image 1 of 6 23 Tilden compensation: negotiable Assortment of punch list jobs I need done at an apartment building including: -replacing a few wood flooring planks (fir)...

Seeking Construction Laborers

  • Providence, RI (7 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Providence, RI (7 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 6 days ago

SEEKING CONSTRUCTION LABORERS compensation: 20+ Depending on Experience employment type: job title: Construction Laborer We are seeking reliable construction workers in the Providence area....

Handyman, jack of all trades needed

  • New Bedford, MA (20 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (20 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 6 days ago

un Handyman, jack of all trades needed (New Bedford/Fall River) compensation: TBD employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Apt maintenance handyman Handyman needed for apt maintenance...

Foreman - Home Service Technician/Handyman

  • Taunton, MA (15 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (15 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 7 days ago

If you have 10 or more years of paid experience in general carpentry and handyman work, we want to hear from you....

Handyman/Home Service Technician Assistant

  • Taunton, MA (15 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (15 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 7 days ago

We are searching for an entry-level yet reliable and coachable home service technician assistant (handyman/handywoman) to provide handyman support and general home services to our customers in our community...

Handyman/Home Service Technician

  • Taunton, MA (15 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (15 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 7 days ago

Our mission is to help people maintain the safety and value of their homes by offering handyman services, home assessments, and regular maintenance We are searching for a reliable home technician (handyman...

Production Operator

  • Attleboro, MA (13 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (13 miles from Barrington, RI)
  • 8 days ago

Production Operator** **Job Description** Operators are responsible for a variety of product assembly, inspection, testing, operation of equipment/tools, and material/component processing tasks to...

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Barrington, RI

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

Highest Education Level

Laborers in Barrington, RI 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 Barrington, RI
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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