Laborer Jobs in Seattle, 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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Forklift Driver and Yard Laborer

  • Woodinville, WA (14 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Woodinville, WA (14 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 19 hours ago

Forklift Driver & Yard Laborer Type: Full-Time, Evaluation to Hire Location: Woodinville Pay: $24 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:00PM Job Responsibilities: - Assist with cleaning and...

Operator I (53476)

  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 19 hours ago

Operator I Job Details Job Location RENTON, WA Salary Range $23.00 - $29.00 Hourly Travel Percentage None Job Shift 3rd Shift Description Get to know us. Mill Rock Packaging (MRP), a quickly...

LeafFilter - Gutter Installer - Everett

  • Mukilteo, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Mukilteo, WA (20 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 21 hours ago

LeafFilter - Gutter Installer - Everett Address 4640 Campus Pl suite 110, Mukilteo, WA 98275, USA Compensation $150,000.00 - $250,000.00/year Job Description YOU MUST CURRENTLY HAVE OR BE WILLING...

Handyman Needed (licensed) for RE Group

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Licensed Handyman Needed (1099 Contractor) Work with Real Estate Group (Puget Sound Area) We are seeking a skilled, reliable, and professional handyman to handle consistent property repair work and...

Construction Laborer - Concrete/Asphalt

  • Woodinville, WA (14 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodinville, WA (14 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Duties specific to concrete: Prepares work site for concrete pour, using shovels and other hand tools. Backfills area with sub-grade materials and compacts to level the work area....

Skilled Handyman - Subcontractor or Employee

  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Skilled Handyman - Subcontractor or Employee (Pierce/South King Counties) compensation: Sub Contract By The Job or Hourly Pay DOE General Contactor Seeking - Skilled Residential Handyman....

Construction Laborers Needed

  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

un Construction Laborers Needed (Seattle) compensation: DOE Construction Laborers Needed! Job includes framing, appliance installation, drywall, finish items & much more....

Construction Laborers Needed

  • Edmonds, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edmonds, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Construction Laborers Needed (Lynnwood) compensation: DOE Construction Laborers Needed! Job includes framing, appliance installation, drywall, finish items & much more....

Wastewater Senior Operator in Charge (SOIC) - West Point OffSite

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Summary This is open to current Wastewater Treatment Division Senior Operators, Local SEIU 925 Members. No external applications are being considered for this recruitment. A challenging...

Demolition Laborer

  • Mill Creek, WA (17 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mill Creek, WA (17 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Construction Laborer Pay will be $25 and above depending on experience. Busy demolition company in need of qualified, hardworking demolition laborers to add to our team....

Wastewater Senior Operator in Charge (SOIC) - West Point OffSite

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

This is open to current Wastewater Treatment Division Senior Operators, Local SEIU 925 Members. No external applications are being considered for this recruitment. <span class="fr-mk"...

General Laborer

  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Renton, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Min USD $18.50/Hr. Max USD $19.50/Hr. Important Information Who is Apollo? At Apollo, we're on a mission to make retailers and brands look their best! Because simply put, when products look good,...

URGENT: Need Tile Pro / Handyman / Contractor Support

  • Lynnwood, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 3 days ago

URGENT: Need Tile Pro / Handyman / Contractor Support (North Lynnwood) 143rd St SW near Admiralty Way compensation: Please your hourly rate - TBD by job I'm moving in two weeks and my current contractor...

Construction Laborer (High-End Custom Homes

  • Mercer Island, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mercer Island, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago

.* Mercer Builders is looking for a dependable, hardworking **Construction Laborer** to join our crew. We build some of the regions most detailed and well-crafted custom homes....

Seattle- Shipyard General Laborer

  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 6 days ago

Shipyard General Laborer Location-Seattle PAY - 22$ Job Description Join our team as a General Laborer, providing essential support for the HAB project....

Demographic Data for Seattle, WA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Seattle, WA

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


Highest Education Level

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



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