Laborer Jobs in Indiana

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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Construction Tradesman

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 hours ago

CONSTRUCTION TRADESMAN (Indianapolis/Surrounding) compensation: paid per week, per job completed and experience level TOP PAY FOR TOP EXPERIENCE employment type: job title: tradesman Looking for...

Seamless Gutter Installer ($20-$30+ per hour) - (Construction)

  • South Bend, IN
  • 4 hours ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 4 hours ago

Seamless Gutter Installer ($20-$30+ per hour) - (Construction) (Goshen) compensation: $20.00 - $30.00+ per hour employment type: job title: Installer Seamless gutter installer. Experience in...

Operator

  • Butler, IN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Butler, IN
  • 4 hours ago

Usage of hand tools and power tools. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with overhead cranes. Slitter operator experience. Forklift experience. Experience in steel industry....

General Laborer - Warehouse

  • Evansville, IN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 4 hours ago

Commercial and Institutional Markets : In addition to the Power Generation and Heavy Industrial markets, Sterling Industrial provides new construction and maintenance services for the Building Construction...

Maintenance Technician/Handyman

  • Anderson, IN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Anderson, IN
  • 5 hours ago

tools (ex - screwdriver, channel lock/pliers, wrenches, etc) Power Tools A PLUS!!...

General Laborer

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 9 hours ago

Division OmniSource Responsibilities Picking Line - Sort scrap to upgrade & remove nonconforming items Clean any spillage from conveyors using both mobile equipment and hand tools....

(7909) Fill Plant Operator

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 21 hours ago

American Welding and Gas, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Fill Plant Operator at our gas cylinder production/distribution facility in Indianapolis IN! Position Summary: This position will have...

CNC Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

  • Angola, IN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Angola, IN
  • 21 hours ago

Precision Edge Surgical Products Company LLC As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathaway youll be doing things that matter, leading at...

Baler Operator (Night Shift)

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 21 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Stationary Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of stationary equipment at a recycling facility, hauling/collections locations or transfer station for the...

Construction General Labor

  • Crawfordsville, IN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Crawfordsville, IN
  • 23 hours ago

, including digging, leveling, and clearing debris Load and unload building materials Operate basic hand tools and power tools Support skilled tradespeople such as carpenters, electricians, and plumbers...

Construction Laborer

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago

laborer must have own truck and tools with no advertising on vehicle TOP PAY DO NOT REACH US IF YOU DO NOT HAVE TRUCK AND TOOLS Principals only....

General Laborer - Urgent Requirement

  • Richmond, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, IN
  • 1 day ago

General Laborer - Urgent Requirement compensation: To be discussed....

Plant Operator - North Plant

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago

Ability to use hand tools and equipment, repetitive hand use such as simple grasp and twisting motion included. Physical ability to climb stairs above 100 feet and work from elevated platforms....

Vacuum Truck Operator

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago

Surveying And Mapping, LLC Vacuum Truck Operator US-IN-Indianapolis Job ID: 25-6803 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Indianapolis Overview...

Demographic Data for Indiana

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Indiana

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Indiana offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.9%
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 Indiana
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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