Laborer Jobs in Orange, CA

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 tradesman

  • Newport Beach, CA (13 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (13 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Seigo Construction hiring. Looking for a Skilled, Reliable tradesman. We are looking for someone who can take on various task of the construction project and Must have general knowledge of home...

Underground Utilities Installer/Machine Operator

  • West Covina, CA (20 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Covina, CA (20 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Underground Utility Installer / Machine Operator Job Type: Full-Time Pay: Competitive, based on experience Job Description: We are looking for a skilled and reliable Underground Utility Installer...

Maintenance/Handyman - IMMEDIATELY

  • Huntington Beach, CA (10 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (10 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Huntington Beach based company searching for a Full Time Maintenance Technician Job duties will entail but are not limited to - graffiti removal, painting, welding, concrete grinding, ceiling tile...

CNC Operator II - First Shift

  • Fullerton, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fullerton, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago

CNC Operator II - First Shift 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars 800 S State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831 Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a CNC Operator located in Fullerton, CA. HFS is a...

3rd Shift- Machine Operator- $21/hr-- Hiring ASAP

  • Huntington Beach, CA (10 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (10 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Experience with hand tools, drills, saws, etc., is a plus. Good job tenure is a must (no more than 3 jobs in 3 years). Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr....

Flooring Foreman & Laborers (Construction)

  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago

QuestMark, a division of CentiMark Corporation, is the nation's largest self performing flooring contractor and the leading provider of polished concrete, epoxy, urethane, and exterior coatings...

Epoxy Flooring / Concrete Polishing Foreman & Laborers (Construction)

  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 1 day ago

QuestMark, a division of CentiMark Corporation, is the nation's largest self performing flooring contractor and the leading provider of polished concrete, epoxy, urethane, and exterior coatings...

Pump Operator

  • Compton, CA (23 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Compton, CA (23 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Under general supervision, operates and maintains water wells, water storage tanks, various control valves, pressure reducing valves, vacuum valves, and related equipment and appurtenances;...

Demolition Laborer

  • Fullerton, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (6 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Apartment and residential job site demolition both interior and exterior as needed to prepare job site for reconstruction work Demolition includes but is not limited to removal of kitchen...

Handyman

  • Lake Forest, CA (15 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (15 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago

un Handyman Repipe1 compensation: $80,000 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Handyman Are you a skilled handyman looking for a rewarding opportunity in South Orange County?...

Fabrication Operator A - 1st Shift

  • Garden Grove, CA (4 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (4 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 3 days ago

tools such as band saws and manual saws, running custom machinery such as stretch machines, data entry, moving large pieces of acrylic (IE canopies, acrylic sheets), layup, coating, and setting up...

Fabrication Operator A - 3rd Shift

  • Garden Grove, CA (4 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (4 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 3 days ago

tools such as band saws and manual saws, running custom machinery such as stretch machines, data entry, moving large pieces of acrylic (IE canopies, acrylic sheets), layup, coating, and setting up...

Fabrication Operator A - 2nd Shift

  • Garden Grove, CA (4 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (4 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 3 days ago

tools such as band saws and manual saws, running custom machinery such as stretch machines, data entry, moving large pieces of acrylic (IE canopies, acrylic sheets), layup, coating, and setting up...

Pilot Plant Operator-Anaheim, CA.

  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Pilot Plant Operator Anaheim, CA, US Onsite As the Pilot Plant Operator, you will operate pilot plant manufacturing equipment in accordance with design or experimental parameters or identify new...

Shipping Operator

  • Chino, CA (16 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chino, CA (16 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Company Description With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and...

Demographic Data for Orange, CA

Moving to Orange, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Orange, CA below.


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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Orange, CA

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Orange, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Bachelor's Degree
15.2%
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 Orange, CA
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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