Laborer Jobs in Anacortes, WA

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

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
1 day ago

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
1 day ago

The Laborer performs various general labor tasks associated with dirt construction. The Laborer is expected to use their experience and judgment to make decisions within their limits of authority....

Licensed & Insured Handyman Needed Short Project (Shelving & Counter

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
2 days ago

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
2 days ago

I'm hiring ASAP a licensed and insured handyman for a short project at my new retail store in downtown Bellingham....

Production Operator II - Night Shift - $23.00

Burlington, WA (14 miles from Anacortes, WA)
3 days ago

Burlington, WA (14 miles from Anacortes, WA)
3 days ago

Production Operator II - Night Shift - $23.00 Express Employment Professionals - Burlington, WA Posted: 8/6/2025 - Expires: 11/4/2025 Job ID: 292284133 Facebook X LinkedIn Job Description Express...

Laborer/Utilities

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
3 days ago

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
3 days ago

Summit Construction Group Inc. is hiring for a full-time utility laborer (water, sewer, storm lines)....

Machine Operator/Food Production, SWING SHIFT, 96% benefits paid K060

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
4 days ago

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
4 days ago

Express Employment in Bellingham is hiring a machine operator for a busy food manufacturing plant! This company offers competitive benefits, upward mobility by promoting from within, great work...

Janitorial Operator. Swing shift and THREE-day weekends. K021

Ferndale, WA (24 miles from Anacortes, WA)
4 days ago

Ferndale, WA (24 miles from Anacortes, WA)
4 days ago

Express Employment Professionals in Bellingham is recruiting Sanitation Operators for a busy warehouse in Ferndale. The perfect candidate for this position would be a team player, and someone with...

Construction Worker - Post Frame Construction

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
4 days ago

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
4 days ago

Pole Building - Laborer Must have valid drivers license Reliable Transportation Framing or Post Frame Building Experience Ability to work on roofs and ladders Read a Tape Measure Experience as a laborer...

Hiring Hotel Maintenance Worker/Handyman

Oak Harbor, WA (13 miles from Anacortes, WA)
5 days ago

Oak Harbor, WA (13 miles from Anacortes, WA)
5 days ago

Honest Handyman Needed START ASAP Need experienced handyman to help onsite at a 100+ unit hotel and a 40 unit apartment/unit apartment building....

Gutter Installers Wanted

Mount Vernon, WA (16 miles from Anacortes, WA)
5 days ago

Mount Vernon, WA (16 miles from Anacortes, WA)
5 days ago

J-S Contracting, a leader in the gutter installation industry, is looking to hire gutter installation personnel. We install all seamless aluminum gutter systems. As an entry level gutter...

Rare Entry-Level Job $63.87/hr as a Laborer (Temporary, 2-3 months)

Ferndale, WA (24 miles from Anacortes, WA)
5 days ago

Ferndale, WA (24 miles from Anacortes, WA)
5 days ago

GENERAL LABORER, TEMPORARY (APPROXIMATELY 2-3 MONTHS) Are you physically fit and ready to work hard? Do you want to be part of an amazing team? Do you thrive off reaching goals?...

Power Plant Operator

Ferndale, WA (24 miles from Anacortes, WA)
5 days ago

Ferndale, WA (24 miles from Anacortes, WA)
5 days ago

The Ferndale Cogeneration Facility in Ferndale, WA, is a 2x1 combined cycle natural gas power plant that also supplies process steam to a neighboring refinery. It incorporates two GE 7EA...

Part Time Parks Laborer

Ferndale, WA (24 miles from Anacortes, WA)
10 days ago

Ferndale, WA (24 miles from Anacortes, WA)
10 days ago

Applies knowledge and skills to perform regular and recurring maintenance, installation, and repair work of city parks, using any of the equipment authorized and available. Works independently...

Aerial Laborer

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
12 days ago

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
12 days ago

Discover a more connected Aerial Laborer career At CableCom, as an Aerial Laborer, you’ll peform general labor duties related to telecommunications construction and assist Aerial Lineman with completing...

Construction Laborer

Anacortes, WA
14 days ago

Anacortes, WA
14 days ago

Construction Laborer Fidalgo Bay Construction, LLC - Anacortes, WA Posted: 7/25/2025 - Expires: 10/23/2025 Job ID: 278763469 Job Description Job Title: Construction Laborer Location: Anacortes, WA Company...

Machine Operator/Food Production, SWING SHIFT, 96% benefits paid, upward mobility, and sleeping in!

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
14 days ago

Bellingham, WA (17 miles from Anacortes, WA)
14 days ago

Machine Operator/Food Production, SWING SHIFT, 96% benefits paid, upward mobility, and sleeping in! Express Employment Professionals - Bellingham, WA Posted: 8/8/2025 - Expires: 11/6/2025 Job ID:...

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Demographic Data for Anacortes, WA

Moving to Anacortes, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Anacortes, WA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Anacortes, WA

Local

National

Total Population

22,853

Number of Businesses

736

City Size

Medium

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Anacortes, WA

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.

Highest Education Level

Laborers in Anacortes, WA 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 Anacortes, WA

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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