Laborer Jobs in Baytown, TX

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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Finish Grade Operator

  • Baytown, TX (5 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Baytown, TX (5 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 4 hours ago

Job ID: 508472 Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality...

Apartment Maintenance Handyman

  • League City, TX (21 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • League City, TX (21 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 1 day ago

InterSolutions is looking for dependable candidates with well-rounded handyman skills to take on apartment maintenance positions!...

Dirt Operator 2

  • Baytown, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY Operates various power-driven machinery used to move dirt or other materials. May operate all or some of the follow types of equipment: backhoe, bulldozer, crane, dragline, font-end...

HVAC Truck Based Tradesman (un)

  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 2 days ago

What you will do Are you looking to increase your HVAC knowledge and learn firsthand from some of the top HVAC teams? Johnson Controls the leading Building Technology OEM for Healthcare,...

Regeneration Operator

  • Old Rvr Wnfre, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Old Rvr Wnfre, TX
  • 2 days ago

tools and manually manipulate products/ equipmentAbility and willingness to complete occasional site assignments for customer troubleshooting, operation and installation.Ability and willingness to...

SPMT Operator Senior General Foreman

  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Identify practices and conditions that are safe as well as those that are at risk and provide appropriate, on-the-spot corrective action if needed. Responsible for directing craft...

SPMT Operator Foreman

  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Identify practices and conditions that are safe as well as those that are at risk and provide appropriate, on-the-spot corrective action if needed. Check the adequacy of existing...

DOTP-Plant Operator

  • Baytown, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 3 days ago

Daily work expectation requires ability to perform tasks by walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, crouching, squatting, twisting, pushing, pulling, shoveling, climbing, and working with hand tools (...

Maintenance Operator

  • Galena Park, TX (21 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Galena Park, TX (21 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 7 days ago

#WeAreONEOK Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused. JOB SUMMARY Job...

Pilot Plant Operator / Maintenance Technician

  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Be an essential element to a brighter future. We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led...

SPMT Operator Helper

  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 7 days ago

17796BR Job Title: SPMT Operator Helper Job Description: Evaluate loads requiring movement on SPMT equipment and determine risk categorization per Bechtel standards. Work with Rigging/Transport...

Construction Worker

  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 8 days ago

We are looking for people with construction backgrounds in concrete / asphalt, and civil construction, also foreman who have the experience in general construction overall. Major Duties and...

SPMT Operator Journey

  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Job Description Evaluate loads requiring movement on SPMT equipment and determine risk categorization per Bechtel standards. Work with Rigging/Transport Engineer to plan and execute...

Terminal Operator

  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (20 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 10 days ago

KINDER MORGANKinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We are a market leader in each of our businesses - Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines,...

Frac Operator

  • Mont Belvieu, TX (6 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mont Belvieu, TX (6 miles from Baytown, TX)
  • 14 days ago

Are you interested in joining our team? Chat with our digital assistant to learn more about our company and apply right from your mobile device! Text ETP to 25000 to get started or apply through...

Demographic Data for Baytown, TX

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Baytown, TX

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


Highest Education Level

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


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