Laborer Jobs in Baytown, TX

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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Laborer Landfill-2347879

  • Waste Management
  • Baytown, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 5 days ago

Lifts construction materials for projects related to site maintenance i.e., lumber, bags of concrete mix, hand tools, etc. Uses hand tools such as shovels, picks, axes and chain saws....

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Operator - Dirt & Finish

  • Cajun Engineering Solutions
  • La Porte, TX (12 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • La Porte, TX (12 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 6 days ago

More information about this job Overview The Dirt and Finish Operator should be certified and have the ability to operate the following equipment when required: track hoe, rubber tire backhoe,...

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Operator

  • Kinder Morgan
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 9 days ago

What We Are Looking For BUSINESS UNIT: TERMINALS Kinder Morgan is the largest independent terminal operator in North America, providing a strong, reliable network of 144 terminals serving our...

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Machine Operator 1 Day Shift

  • Cornerstone Building Brands
  • Baytown, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 10 days ago

Company DescriptionCornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in...

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Sandblast Operator (3rd Shift)

  • Aerotek
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities Operate sandblasting equipment to clean and prepare various metal parts and materials used in aerospace and airplane frame fabrication....

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Head Operator

  • NRG Energy
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Daily work expectation requires ability to perform tasks by walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, crouching, squatting, twisting, pushing, pulling, shoveling, climbing, and working with hand tools (...

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General Construction Laborer

  • McGrath Rent Corp
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 15 days ago

“A Day in the Life” As an General Construction Inventory Laborer, your day starts with a walk through of the yard to confirm containers are organized by type, size, and repair status....

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Frac Operator

  • Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.
  • Baytown, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 16 days ago

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering Americas energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create...

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Utility Operator I

  • City of La Porte
  • La Porte, TX (12 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • La Porte, TX (12 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 19 days ago

tools; operation of a motor vehicle through city traffic....

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Grounds Maintenance Laborer

  • Chugach Government Solutions, LLC
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 20 days ago

Hands-on experience with various hand tools and power tools, including knowledge of equipment capabilities, limitations, and safety factors. Ability to work with little or no supervision....

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Laborer

  • Koch Industries, Inc.
  • Mont Belvieu, TX (6 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 27 days ago
  • Mont Belvieu, TX (6 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 27 days ago

Belvieu, TX has an opening for a Laborer....

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Heavy Equipment Utility Operator

  • City of Seabrook
  • Seabrook, TX (16 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seabrook, TX (16 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

City of Seabrook | Heavy Equipment Utility Operator Keep the systems running. Do work that matters. The City of Seabrook is looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Utility Operator to support...

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Skilled Laborer/Groundman

  • MasTec Inc
  • Baytown, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 30+ days ago

In addition, you will: Responsible for various manual tasks such as digging trenches, unloading building materials, and preparing job sites with use of hand tools like shovels, rakes, and picks Work...

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Summer Laborer Street and Bridge Department

  • City of Deer Park
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

GENERAL PURPOSE Performs work of a manual nature which does not require a high degree of skill or previous experience in order to do an effective job. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the...

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Summer Laborer - Electrical/HVAC

  • City of Deer Park
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

GENERAL PURPOSE Perform a variety of unskilled or semi-skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction operation repair maintenance, and replacement of city...

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Demographic Data for Baytown, TX

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Baytown, TX

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Highest Education Level

Laborers in Baytown, TX offer the following education background
High School or GED
42.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.4%
Bachelor's Degree
15.8%
Associate's Degree
12.0%
Master's Degree
4.1%
Some College
2.6%
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 Baytown, TX
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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