Laborer Jobs in West Valley City, 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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MasTec Communications Group

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....

CCTV Sewer/Pipe Inspection Operator

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

Are you enthusiastic about safe excavation and skilled in operating CCTV equipment? Join the Badger team as a CCTV Operator! In this role, you'll be operating our CCTV Camera Truck to map out...

Wastewater Plant Maintenance Operator IV (may be underfilled with III, II, or I)

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • moments ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • moments ago

Position Title: Wastewater Plant Maintenance Operator IV (may be underfilled with III, II, or I) Job Description: Incumbent performs journey-level skilled duties required in the operation,...

Packaging Laborer

  • Woods Cross, UT (18 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Woods Cross, UT (18 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 hour ago

Overview Packing Laborers Wanted! This is a non-exempt position with an hourly rate of $23.87. Allweather Wood, LLC....

Temporary - Production Tech Laborer

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 hour ago

This position is a temporary 6-month position. This role helps to foster self-reliance, care for the poor and the needy, and provide opportunities for giving and service by: helping members become...

Telecom Laborer / Low Voltage Installer

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 5 hours ago

**Shift:** 7am-4pm + some OT **Pay:** $25-26.50/hour DOE **Responsibilities** + Assist in pulling cables for low voltage installations. + Perform general construction work at various sites. + Work with...

SUBCONTRACTOR/DOOR INSTALLER - $100k+ PER YEAR OPPORTUNITY

  • Sandy, UT (8 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Sandy, UT (8 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 13 hours ago

SUBCONTRACTOR/DOOR INSTALLER - $100k+ PER YEAR OPPORTUNITY We need subcontractors now! Our subcontractors typically average between $75k-$100k annually. We are the largest millwork installation...

Burn Table Operator / Layout Specialist

  • Brighton, UT (16 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Brighton, UT (16 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 22 hours ago

Who We Are When you have a serious project that needs to be done, look no further than Tradestar. A leader in industrial craftsmanship. We innovate. We deliver. Tradestar was started in the...

Construction Laborers

  • West Jordan, UT (3 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 22 hours ago
  • West Jordan, UT (3 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 22 hours ago

Job Title: Entry-Level Cable Technician Location: West Jordan, UT Pay rate: $22-23/HR Company Summary: Our client is a proven leader in the communications industry, offering a professional level...

Travel Laborer Operator- Based Out Of UT

  • West Valley City, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • West Valley City, UT
  • 1 day ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications At least 1 year of experience in general construction, agriculture, dirt work, welding, concrete, or landscaping....

Construction Helper / Worker $20/HR To $26/HR

  • West Jordan, UT (3 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Jordan, UT (3 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 2 days ago

**Additional Skills & Qualifications** + At least 1 year of experience in general construction, agriculture, dirt work, welding, concrete, or landscaping. + Comfortable working outdoors in various elements...

Operator 2

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 3 days ago

Performs operations work as part of a team of semi-skilled and skilled workers (e.g., laborers; decontamination workers; and facility, equipment and process operators)....

Flood Control Operations Laborer

  • Midvale, UT (7 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Midvale, UT (7 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 3 days ago

Salt Lake CountyA career with a purpose in the community you love! Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our...

Machine Operator Helper

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 4 days ago

General Production Operator As a machine operator helper, you will be part of our Extrusion department, responsible for ensuring the final production of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) conduit,...

Laborer - Rubber Laying

  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 6 days ago

Laborer - Rubber Laying Weir Minerals Salt Lake City, UT Onsite Day Shift Purpose of Role: The Laborer - Rubber Laying will be manually laying rubber on to Weir product by hand....

Demographic Data for West Valley City, UT

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in West Valley City, UT

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


Highest Education Level

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


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