Laborer Jobs in New Orleans, LA

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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LawnMaster Independent Installer / Builders Needed - Louisiana

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Recommended Tools & Equipment: • Full size pickup truck or larger; • 16-20ft tandem axle trailer or larger; • standard carpentry/framer tools; • smart phone. Why Partner with LawnMaster?...

Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS

  • La Place, LA (24 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • La Place, LA (24 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 20 hours ago

... What you'll do... Walmart is hiring Landscape Technician Operators! You will make an impact as a Landscape Technician by keeping landscapes attractive, clean, and well maintained. This...

Press Shop Operator

  • Westwego, LA (8 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westwego, LA (8 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 3 days ago

Come Join the Winning Team! Carpenter & Paterson, Inc. is currently hiring for a full-time Press Shop Operator to work at our Waggaman, LA location. Press Shop Operators are responsible for...

Production Laborer

  • Westwego, LA (8 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westwego, LA (8 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 3 days ago

Primary function of production employees is within barge unloading and vessel loading processes, this entails manual labor, and outdoors work Train and operate applicable equipment associated with the laborer...

Construction Laborers - Destrehan, LA

  • Metairie, LA (5 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Metairie, LA (5 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 7 days ago

Frequent use of hand tools such as power tools, circular saws, hammers, nails, and bolts....

LEAD Plant Operator -- Wastewater

  • Kenner, LA (10 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kenner, LA (10 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 7 days ago

Lead Wastewater Plant Operator - Kenner, LA Location: NOLA Plant - Kenner, LA Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour (based on experience) Schedule: Full-time | 1st or 2nd Shift | Overtime available |...

Operator II

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 8 days ago

Job ID: 508061 Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70+ years, we have continuously...

Maintenance Operator

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 8 days ago

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE: Member of a rotating shift working under the direction of a Plant Supervisor. Responsible for performing operating functions which includes monitoring and operating power...

Reach Stack Operator

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 10 days ago

Reach Stack Operator New Orleans, LA Are you ready to join a dynamic, team-focused company that prioritizes top-notch training and safety? PSC Group is excited to announce an opening for a...

Loader / Dock Operator

  • Norco, LA (20 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Norco, LA (20 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 10 days ago

Loader / Dock Operator Norco, LA Are you seeking to be a part of a team-oriented company that provides quality training and values safety first? PSC Group is now hiring full time, entry level...

Command Center Operator

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 11 days ago

POSITION: Control Room / Command Post Operator DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS TO: Quality & Compliance Manager FLSA STATUS: Hourly/Non-Exempt Summary ASM Global, the leader in privately managed...

Traffic Management Center (TMC) Operator - New Orleans

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 13 days ago

Position Description Looking for a career where you can make a difference every day? Discover this opportunity to become a Traffic Management Center (TMC) Operator in New Orleans, Louisiana. Serco...

Chemical Operator Job

  • Hahnville, LA (23 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hahnville, LA (23 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 15 days ago

J ob title: Loader Operator S ituation in organization Reports to Logistics Supervisor J ob dimensions Responsible for monitoring the filtering, loading, and movement of different latex products...

Maintenance Operator I - Operations Technician (Little Gypsy - Montz) 1

  • Montz, LA (24 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Montz, LA (24 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 17 days ago

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite Legal Entity: Entergy Louisiana, LLC This position can be filled as a Maintenance Operator I, II, III or Operations Techincian based on the qualifications and...

Batch Plant Operator RMX

  • Metairie, LA (5 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Metairie, LA (5 miles from New Orleans, LA)
  • 18 days ago

Holcim US Batch Plant Operator RMX in Metairie , Louisiana Batch Plant Operator RMX Requisition ID: 11449 Location: Hahnville, LA, US, 70057Metairie, LA, US, 70001 Pay Type: Hourly ARE YOU READY...

Demographic Data for New Orleans, LA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in New Orleans, LA

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in New Orleans, LA 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 New Orleans, LA
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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