Laborer Jobs in Manchester, MA

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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Operator And Laborer Foreman

  • Burlington, MA (22 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlington, MA (22 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Environmental Foreman Job Description Aerotek is hiring immediately for a labor foreman! We are looking to fill a Project Foreman position for a project in Nashua, NH. The ideal candidate will...

Hiring full time multi-skilled tradesman

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Hiring full time multi-skilled tradesman (Boston) compensation: Tbd Growing construction company looking to bring in another full time guy. Need great experience with paint, demo, masonry....

Terminal Operator

  • Cambridge, MA (23 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (23 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 4 days ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America's oversized growth in construction led by the modernization...

Utility Operator

  • Saugus, MA (14 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saugus, MA (14 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 6 days ago

WIN Waste Innovations is looking for a Utility Operator. Working under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor and the direction of the Control Room Operator, the Utility Operator will be...

Construction Laborer-Installer

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Busy Dog Basement Technologies, A Groundworks Company, is seeking talented Construction General Laborers to join their team in Walpole, MA!...

Construction Laborer

  • Woburn, MA (20 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (20 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Construction General Labor Location : Nashua, NH OR Danvers MA Responsibilities Perform general labor and environmental cleanup tasks. Engage in construction and remediation activities. Handle...

Automation Machine Operator

  • Georgetown, MA (14 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Georgetown, MA (14 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Embark on a rewarding career journey w as an Automation Machine Operator. An innovative leader in HVAC product manufacturing, voted one of the best places to work by the Boston Business Journal....

Utility Plant Operator

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 10 days ago

.; Skill in using small hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, hacksaws and pipe threaders; Ability to follow written and oral instructions; Ability to adjust to changing situations to meet...

Watch Engineer/Building Operator

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Use such tools and equipment such as staging, ladders, lifts, drill press, hand tools, hand power tools, and computers....

Travel General Laborer Nights $18

  • Hampton, NH (24 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hampton, NH (24 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Travel General Laborer Nights $18 SPAR is growing our overnight construction team! We are hiring full-time laborers who is hard working and reliable....

Terminal Operator

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 12 days ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North Americas oversized growth in construction led by the modernization...

Boiler Plant Operator - Second Class Fireman's License - PD

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Job Profile Summary This role focuses on activities related to the support services functions, such as dietary and food services, environmental services, general facilities, repair and...

Operator I, Downstream Manufacturing

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Changing lives. Building Careers. Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals...

Operator II, Downstream Manufacturing

  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Boston, MA (21 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Changing lives. Building Careers. Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals...

Fabrication - Press Break Operator - 2nd shift

  • Peabody, MA (11 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Peabody, MA (11 miles from Manchester, MA)
  • 18 days ago

We are looking for an experienced person in our Fabrication department to set up and operate a press brake machine. The person must be able to use press brake controls and must be able to...

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Manchester, MA

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Highest Education Level

Laborers in Manchester, MA 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 Manchester, MA
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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