Laborer Jobs in Magna, UT

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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Skilled Laborer/Groundman

Responsibilities As a Skilled Laborer/Groundman, you will support all phases of utility construction for various types of telecom projects. You believe in doing the job right. Being the best....

Excavation Operator

  • West Jordan, UT (7 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago
  • West Jordan, UT (7 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago

MTN Point Landworks is a trusted and growing excavation and landscape construction company specializing in site development, excavation, infrastructure projects and high end landscape...

Laborer

  • West Jordan, UT (7 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago
  • West Jordan, UT (7 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago

Breaking up Concrete, you must be able to go out of town to work. Pay starts at 18 an hour for 2 weeks. Then goes to $20 an hour after training.Need Steal toed boots extra set of clothes.Bonuses...

Commercial overheaf door installer

  • Tooele, UT (18 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tooele, UT (18 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago

Viking Contractors is looking for a motivated and EXPERIENCED commercial door installer. *sectionals and rolling steel doors. Position is FULL TIME. This is a 1099 job with bonuses available. Pay...

Door Installer

  • Sandy, UT (13 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Sandy, UT (13 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago

We are hiring a Door Installer to join our team at VisionMakers Intl. This position focuses on installing iron doors and involves physical work and collaboration. Work hours are Monday through...

HDD Directional Drill Locator/Operator

  • Salt Lake City, UT (5 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (5 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago

Directional Drill Locator & Operator Power Up Your Career! Location: Greater Salt Lake City, UT Pay: $30$40/hr (Depending on Verifiable experience, must provide verifiable work references)...

Laborer $18-22/HR Starting. Potential for Monetary/Career Growth-Can start Immediatley MONDAY START

  • Bluffdale, UT (16 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bluffdale, UT (16 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 4 hours ago

We are looking for an individual who can do basic labor, hauling tile, and other demo materials outside. That can progress into more responsibility and more pay moving forward. We need a highly...

Offline Operator-Nights (SLC)

  • Salt Lake City, UT (5 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (5 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 6 hours ago

Join Dura-Line, an Orbia business, in leading the charge for global connectivity! As the premier manufacturer of plastic conduit pipes, we create pathways that connect people and information...

Offline Operator-Days (SLC)

  • Salt Lake City, UT (5 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (5 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Description: Rate of Pay: $21.00/HR Schedule: * DAY SHIFT ONLY AVAILABLE--7am-7pm ($21.00) * WORKMON/TUE,OFFWED/THUR,WORKFRI/SAT/SUN * OFFMON/TUE,WORKWED/THUR,OFFFRI/SAT/SUN, REPEAT * Only...

Welder/Laborer

  • West Jordan, UT (7 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Jordan, UT (7 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago

The laborer will be responsible for welding, assisting with manufacturing concrete stair treads, and installing concrete stair treads....

Sheet Metal Bend Operator / Shear Operator

  • South Salt Lake, UT (12 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Salt Lake, UT (12 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Immediate opportunity for brake press and shear operator. Jedcor Dev/Fab, Inc. produces high-quality precision sheet metal housings for high-tech medical and electronic equipment manufacturers and...

Construction Laborer

  • Kearns, UT (5 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kearns, UT (5 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for highly motivated workers for general laborer positions to work full time on various job locations. Willing to train to advance positions....

Excavation Laborer

  • Riverton, UT (16 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverton, UT (16 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Assist with site preparation, shoveling, trenching, grading, backfilling, and other tasks related to excavation work and underground utilities. Responsibilities Assist with site preparation,...

Water Operator I-III

  • Draper, UT (18 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Draper, UT (18 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago

WaterPro/Draper Irrigation is looking for hard working, dedicated candidates who want a steady job with the ability to improve their skills and pay. Our Water Distribution Operator position is an...

Rebar Fabrication Machine Operator

  • Midvale, UT (12 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Midvale, UT (12 miles from Magna, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Current openings include helpers and laborers and machine operators. To apply please call Ken or Jessica at ... or send resume to ... Must be 18 years or older....

Demographic Data for Magna, UT

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Magna, UT

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Highest Education Level

Laborers in Magna, UT offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
Associate's Degree
11.8%
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 Magna, UT
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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