Laborer Jobs in Orwigsburg, PA

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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Travel General Laborer Nights $18 - $19

  • Hamburg, PA (6 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Hamburg, PA (6 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 23 hours ago

Travel General Laborer Nights $18 - $19 SPAR is growing our overnight construction team! We are hiring full-time laborers who is hard working and reliable....

General Laborer With Overtime And Prevailing Wage Rate Opportunities

  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Lancaster Asphalt Systems, Inc., has been a longstanding, family-run business in Lititz, PA for 50 years. We have successfully employed full time and part time seasonal workers for many years. We...

General Laborers

  • Lehighton, PA (23 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lehighton, PA (23 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Assist work crew on grain farm equipment construction, building grain bins, bucket leg elevators, augers, etc. as project requires. Also assist with shop duties and farm duties on home farm when...

Epoxy Flooring / Concrete Polishing Foreman & Laborers (Construction)

  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 3 days 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...

Machine Operator - Restock PM Shift

  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Machine Operator - Restock PM Shift Manual Labor Reading, PA, US 15 days ago Requisition ID: 3895 S&S ACTIVEWEAR - Join Us at Our Warehouse in Reading, PA - Your Next Career Adventure Awaits!...

Production Laborer

  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Purpose: This position is responsible to manufacture, process, assemble, inspect, transport, pack, and/or ship materials per work instructions, standards, and / or guidelines. Essential Functions:...

Packaging Operator

  • Breinigsville, PA (21 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Breinigsville, PA (21 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 4 days ago

We are currently hiring a Packaging Operator in Breinigsville, PA As a Packaging Operator, you will receive training in all areas of the Packaging Department and become skilled in operating all...

General Laborer 16-18HR

  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Outside laborers needed in Reading, PA $16HR - Weekly pay! A growing construction company is looking for construction laborers in the Reading, PA area....

CNC Operator - 1st Shift Direct Hire

  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: CNC Operator Pay Rate: $20 -28/hr First and Second Shift Available 1st shift: Monday - Friday (7:00am - 3:30pm) 2nd shift: Monday - Friday (3:00pm - 11:30pm) Opportunity for...

Construction Worker

  • Topton, PA (21 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Topton, PA (21 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Must have personal hand tools necessary for construction work. Strong work ethic, reliability, and self-motivation....

Construction Laborer 18-22HR

  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Construction laborers needed in Reading, PA $18-22HR - Weekly pay! A growing construction company is looking for construction laborers in the Reading, PA area....

Construction Laborer

  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Reading, PA (20 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Ability to use hand tools and perform physical labor. Shift and Pay Schedule: Monday Friday, 6am-4pm or sometimes 6am-6pm. Pay: $18-22 per hour, with weekly pay!...

Construction Laborer

  • West Hazleton, PA (22 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • West Hazleton, PA (22 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Then you may have found your next career move as a Construction Laborer. We're looking for Laborers to join our team and help connect America....

Retail Store Remodel/Construction Laborer - Overnight

  • New Ringgold, PA (7 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • New Ringgold, PA (7 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Resets/Remodel Merchandiser Nights Local $20 hour SPAR is growing our overnight reset and remodel merchandising team! This Reset Merchandiser job will be part of a team remodeling the insides of...

Operator Telecom Construction Underground

  • West Hazleton, PA (22 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • West Hazleton, PA (22 miles from Orwigsburg, PA)
  • 16 days ago

Discover a more connected operator career At Lambert's Cable, as a operator, you'll operate heavy euipment used in installation/repair/maintenance activities associated with underground...

Demographic Data for Orwigsburg, PA

Moving to Orwigsburg, PA? Find some basic demographic data about Orwigsburg, PA below.


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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Orwigsburg, PA

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Orwigsburg, PA 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 Orwigsburg, PA
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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