Laborer Jobs in Rhode Island

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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Heavy Equipment / Scale Operator

  • North Smithfield, RI
  • 12 days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI
  • 12 days ago

Hiring Immediately! Overtime Eligible Annual boot allowance Earn quarterly safety bonus Stable industry, year round employment Weekly pay! Waste Connections of Rhode Island has an opening for a...

Travel General Laborer Nights $18

  • Harrisville, RI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Harrisville, RI
  • 1 hour 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....

Field Gutter Installer

  • Warwick, RI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 2 hours ago

Meet Leaf Home. We turn complex home improvement projects and endless to-dos into achievements. With more than 50% of homeowners worried about the cost and effort of home maintenance, we deliver...

Garage Door Installer / Technician

  • RI
  • 5 hours ago
  • RI
  • 5 hours ago

At HQI Door Company, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional garage door solutions with a focus on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. As a trusted name in the industry and New...

Collections System Operator

  • Cranston, RI
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 9 hours 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...

Laborer Construction (Req #: 1142)

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Laborer will support the construction team in ensuring the efficient and safe execution of daily paving operations across assigned projects....

Handyman needed

  • Newport, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport, RI
  • 4 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 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....

Power Plant Operator

  • Providence, RI
  • 6 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 6 days ago

Position Status & Special Application Instructions Posting Number CS00570 RIC Position Number 5550-10000-1883 Benefits Eligible? Yes Section Number of Positions Available 1 Anticipated Start Date...

Seeking Skilled Construction Laborers

  • East Providence, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • East Providence, RI
  • 10 days ago

SEEKING SKILLED CONSTRUCTION LABORERS compensation: 20+ DOE employment type: job title: Construction Laborer We are seeking reliable experienced construction workers in the Provide Area....

RI Construction Laborer - CDL Required - Linestriper

  • Richmond, RI
  • 15 days ago
  • Richmond, RI
  • 15 days ago

Salary Not Available RI Construction Laborer - CDL Required - Linestriper Safety Marking, LLC Location: Wyoming, RI - 02898 Positions available: 1 Job #: 929323 Source: Arcoro Engineering Jobs Posted...

RI Construction Laborer- Linestriper

  • Richmond, RI
  • 15 days ago
  • Richmond, RI
  • 15 days ago

Salary Not Available RI Construction Laborer- Linestriper Safety Marking, LLC Location: Wyoming, RI - 02898 Positions available: 1 Job #: 865748 Source: Arcoro Engineering Jobs Posted: 7/31/2024 Web...

Construction Worker - Heavy & Highway- CDL

  • Richmond, RI
  • 15 days ago
  • Richmond, RI
  • 15 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Rhode Island $44k - $72k Per Year Construction Worker - Heavy & Highway- CDL Safety Marking Occupation: Construction Laborers Location: Wyoming, RI - 02898 Positions...

General Laborer - Urgent Requirement

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 16 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 16 days ago

un General Laborer - Urgent Requirement compensation: Earn $15 per hour Responsibilities: Perform general labour tasks including demolition, framing, site preparation, material handling, and clean-up...

Yard Laborer

  • Portsmouth, RI
  • 17 days ago
  • Portsmouth, RI
  • 17 days ago

Waste Connections of Rhode Island is looking for a safety conscious Yard Laborer to join our transfer station in Portsmouth, RI....

Demographic Data for Rhode Island

Moving to Rhode Island? Find some basic demographic data about Rhode Island below.


Local
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28,607

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Rhode Island

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%



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