Laborer Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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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Construction helper/$12- $25hour/CASH DAILY

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 16 hours ago

$25hour/CASH DAILY (Chesapeake/ Portsmouth/Suffolk) compensation: CASH DAILY/ based on experience $16-$25an hour, pay based on experience I'm a contractor looking for a CONSTRUCTION HELPER - WORKER-laborer...

Laborer and skilled handyman needed

  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 17 hours ago

Laborer and skilled handyman needed (Portsmouth) compensation: $12-20 per hour Laborer $12 per hour Skilled Handyman, $20 per hour Please respond with skilled trades, phone number and must be ready...

Warehouse Worker 1 General Laborer - Coca-Cola

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 17 hours ago

General Laborer? Responsible for general duties involving physical handling of product, materials, supplies and equipment.?...

Construction helper/ worker- CASH PAID DAILY $14 - $25 hour

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Construction helper/ worker- CASH PAID DAILY $14 - $25 hour (Chesapeake/ Portsmouth/Suffolk) compensation: CASH PAID DAILY - BASED ON EXPERIENCE I am a small business Contractor, who needs help...

Traffic Monitoring Operator - Virginia Beach

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or...

Highly skilled handyman needed

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 4 days ago

un Highly skilled handyman needed (Stumpy Lake) Elbow rd near Virginia Beach compensation: 25/hr Offering $25/hr Must do a 1099 (reporting income to the IRS Skills: Framing (joists, blocking, walls...

Residential Construction Helper (Immediate Hire)

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Busy local contractor wanting to hire a General Laborer to start immediately for: Jobsite clean up Demo Work Material movement Various labor duties Perform tasks as assigned 1) Must have dependable...

P/T Handyman 1099 Position Sub Contractor

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago

un P/T HANDYMAN 1099 POSITION SUB CONTRACTOR (VIRGINIA BEACH) compensation: PER HOUR/PER JOB LOOKING FOR SUB CONTRACTOR HANDYMAN TO PERFORM WORK ON SINGLE FAMILY TENANT OCCUPIED PROPERTIES....

Production Laborer

  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago

tools- Assist in the loading/unloading of trucks- Assist in completing shipping/receiving documents- Package and label products properly- Handle stockpiles- Verify loads leaving the premises- Maintain...

Print Press Machine Operator

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 9 days ago

## *This position entails the individual to collaborate in the day-to-day functions of the Print Press Services department by effectively operating machinery in an organizing and efficient manner...

Apartment Maintenance Handyman

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Job Position: Apartment Maintenance Handyman Location: Norfolk, VA 23510 Pay Rate: $18-$25/hr Shift: Description: Jumpstart Your Career with InterSolutions Now Hiring Apartment Maintenance Technicians...

General Laborer (2765)

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Amee Bay, LLC, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, is seeking a General Laborer - Shipboard to join our Team in Norfolk, VA....

CADD Operator

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Overview Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a highly motivated, detailed-oriented individual that has Auto CADD and Civil 3D experience. The CADD Operator will perform various field and desk...

Boom Operator/ CDL Driver

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 15 days ago

Boom Operator/ CDL Driver 1424 Baker Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, USA Req #1693 Friday, April 4, 2025 Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company...

Assistant Hydrovac Operator

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 15 days ago

Are you enthusiastic about safe excavation and skilled in the assistance of operating hydrovac equipment? Join the Badger team as an Assistant Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use...

Demographic Data for Virginia Beach, VA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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


Highest Education Level

Laborers in Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA
None
43.5%
Less than 1 year
40.2%
1-2 years
15.2%
4-6 years
1.2%


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