Laborer Jobs in Morris Plains, NJ

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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General Handyman Needed - Basic Apartment Repairs - paint, spackle, plumbing, to

  • Jersey City, NJ (23 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
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  • Jersey City, NJ (23 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
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hour Need to find a local handyman to service 18 buildings in the Jersey City / Union City area....

Machine Operator

  • Wayne, NJ (14 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ (14 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

JOIN OUR TEAM! Become a part of one of the Top 100 Companies in the Snow Removal Industry! Now Hiring for Sidewalk Team Members About our company: Snowscapes is the premier industry leading snow...

Frameless shower door installer- Bergen County, NJ

  • Midland Park, NJ (20 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Midland Park, NJ (20 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Custom glass and mirror company looking for an experienced and skilled frameless shower door installer. Must speak English, and have experience with installing heavy glass frameless shower doors....

Production Machine Operator

  • Elizabeth, NJ (20 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (20 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

at Novolex in Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States Job Description Why Choose Us? Our Sustainability Commitment The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our...

General Laborer

  • South Plainfield, NJ (19 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (19 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We're currently seeking a General Laborer for our Excavation Department. This position will work out of our South Plainfield, NJ office....

Construction Worker - Facade and High Rise Repair

  • Hawthorne, NJ (19 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hawthorne, NJ (19 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

at Structural Preservation Systems, LLC in Hawthorne, New Jersey, United States Job Description Description STRUCTURAL is looking to hire construction workers, flaggers/helpers to join our team to...

Extruder Operator Helper

  • Edison, NJ (23 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (23 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Who We Are Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and...

Construction Laborer

  • Chester, NJ (10 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chester, NJ (10 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

The job of a laborer is to assist the operator on the crew. The laborer is expected to complete a variety of different tasks, they may vary on a day-to-day basis....

Construction Laborer

  • Montville, NJ (8 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Montville, NJ (8 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Small Asphalt Paving Company seeking dedicated and hardworking Construction Laborer to join our team. This is a full-time position. Must have knowledge of basic construction tools and equipment....

HVAC Truck Based Tradesman (union)

  • Edison, NJ (23 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (23 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

What you will do Are you looking to increase your HVAC knowledge and learn firsthand from some of the top HVAC teams? Our team will give you this opportunity, monetary rewards and advancement, top...

Construction Laborers Needed

  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Construction Laborers. Must have experience in Masonry or Concrete. CDL Liscence a plus. Opportunity to earn $70,000 plus Benefits a year....

General Construction Laborer/skilled

  • Nutley, NJ (17 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Nutley, NJ (17 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

I am looking for immediate assistance in many different types of construction work. You must be able to; communicate in English, at least a little, read and understand a tape measure, have...

Make Ready / Handyman

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

tools (ex - screwdriver, channel lock/pliers, wrenches, etc.)...

Construction Laborer

  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Job Description: Heavy construction labor work/ working with a team to learn and develop Working inside a rock quarry around heavy equipment like dozers, excavators, and rock crushers For this position...

Cnc Lathe Operator

  • Clifton, NJ (18 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (18 miles from Morris Plains, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Company Urgently Hiring CNC Machinist! Job Description We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist who can set up, operate, CNC machines. Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC mills or lathes Read...

Demographic Data for Morris Plains, NJ

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Morris Plains, NJ

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Morris Plains, NJ 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 Morris Plains, NJ
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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