Laborer Jobs in Portsmouth, VA

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Residential Maintenance/Handyman Technician - Southside

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Here is your opportunity to have a full-time, steady career in property maintenance instead of waiting to get called for jobs and inconsistent paychecks. Join our team and we will keep you busy...

Tradesman and Maintenance Technicians

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Tradesman(s) needed; Electrician Plumber Carpenter(s) both trim and framing HVAC Installer(s) both duct and equipment Drywall Picra/Punchlist specialist (handyman) Demo/Clean out/Laborer Rental maintenance...

Residential Maintenance/Handyman Technician - Peninsula

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Here is your opportunity to have a full-time, steady career in property maintenance instead of waiting to get called for jobs and inconsistent paychecks. Join our team and we will keep you busy...

General Laborer

  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for a general laborer with a positive attitude for a position in a busy stock yard and fabrication shop. Forklift experience preferred but not required....

Construction Worker

  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking dedicated and hardworking individuals to join our construction team. This position involves travel to various project locations and requires a commitment to maintaining high safety...

Laborer Construction

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Builds and performs a variety of physical labor duties on construction projects. Transfers from one task to another as directed. Primary Job Functions The ability to perform remedial...

General Laborer

  • Fort Eustis, VA (24 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Eustis, VA (24 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 3 days ago

tools. • Other duties as identified and assigned....

General Laborer Sandblaster

  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Are you looking for a hands-on role where your experience is valued? PeopleShare is seeking reliable and hardworking candidates with sandblasting experience for a full-time position in a warehouse...

8hrs Yard Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - June 13 at 8:30 AM

  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 5 days ago

8hrs Yard Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - June 13 at 8:30 AM (Virginia Beach) compensation: $20 per hour Job Details: - Weeding - Yard cleaning - Additional instructions will be provided at the jobsite...

Water Treatment Plant Operator IV

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 6 days ago

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for operating and maintaining the water treatment plant equipment and distribution systems. Reports to the Water...

Screed Operator

  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Screed Operator Virginia Paving Company life insurance, long term disability, 401(k) United States, Virginia, Norfolk 3431 Trant Avenue (Show on map) Jun 10, 2025 Position Type: Full Time (40+)...

Roller Operator

  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Roller Operator Virginia Paving Company life insurance, long term disability, 401(k) United States, Virginia, Norfolk 3431 Trant Avenue (Show on map) Jun 10, 2025 Position Type: Full Time (40+)...

Asphalt Construction Laborer

  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (5 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Utilizing hand tools, such as Asphalt Lute and Shovel, to manipulate asphalt to ensure smooth asphalt surface....

Water Treatment Plant Operator 1st Class

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 8 days ago

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for operating and maintaining the Water Treatment and Distribution Systems. Reports to the Water Treatment Plant Operator Lead. ESSENTIAL...

General Operator

  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
  • 8 days ago

The operator may perform functions of a laborer as required. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Operate heavy equipment safely as part of a crew. Perform Operator level maintenance on the machine....

Demographic Data for Portsmouth, VA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Portsmouth, VA

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Highest Education Level

Laborers in Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, VA
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%



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