Laborer Jobs in Ona, WV

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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180030-Batch Plant Operator Lead

  • Huntington, WV (13 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntington, WV (13 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Line of Business: RMCPay Range: $54,800.00 $67,590.00 About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over...

Brake Press Operator - Huntington, IN Holman Upfitting

  • Huntington, WV (13 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Huntington, WV (13 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 7 hours ago

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What's Right throughout the last...

General Laborer

  • Barboursville, WV (7 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Barboursville, WV (7 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 2 days ago

Express Employment Professionals are seeking evening General Laborers for the City of Barboursville. 7a-3p or 3pm- 10pm. Hours may vary depending on events in the park....

Seamless Gutter Installer

  • Saint Albans, WV (21 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Albans, WV (21 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 8 days ago

un Seamless Gutter Installer (Saint Albans) compensation: Depends on experience employment type: job title: Seamless Gutter installer/ laborer Seamless Gutter installer needed, any experience would...

Environmental General Laborer

  • Nitro, WV (22 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 16 days ago
  • Nitro, WV (22 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 16 days ago

Clean Harbors in Poca, WV is seeking an Environmental General Laborer to join our safety conscious team....

Leaf Filter - Gutter Installer - Charleston

  • Nitro, WV (22 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 26 days ago
  • Nitro, WV (22 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 26 days ago

Leaf Filter - Gutter Installer - Charleston Address 4200 1st Ave suite 105, Nitro, WV 25143, USA Compensation $150,000.00 - $250,000.00/year Job Description YOU MUST CURRENTLY HAVE OR BE WILLING...

2nd Shift Punch, Mill, Cut Operator

  • Huntington, WV (13 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 28 days ago
  • Huntington, WV (13 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 28 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description HOURS: 40 hours/week Monday through Thursday (2:30 pm - 12:30 a.m. Work flexible hours with overtime available. REPORTS TO: Shift Supervisor PAY: $15 Starting...

Retail Store Remodel/Construction Laborer - Overnight

  • Southside, WV (19 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Southside, WV (19 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 30+ 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...

Construction Laborer

  • Winfield, WV (16 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winfield, WV (16 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Established Winfield Construction company seeks construction helpers and laborer to assist with erecting metal buildings & structures....

Installer- Construction General Laborer

  • Scott Depot, WV (17 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Scott Depot, WV (17 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Groundworks of West Virginia, A Groundworks Company, is seeking talented Construction General Laborers to join their team in Scott Depot, WV!...

Environmental General Laborer

  • Poca, WV (23 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poca, WV (23 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Environmental General Laborer Poca, WV, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Clean Harbors in Poca, WV is seeking an Environmental General Laborer to join our safety conscious team....

General Laborer

  • Ceredo, WV (18 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ceredo, WV (18 miles from Ona, WV)
  • 90+ days ago

Kanawha River Terminals is currently considering candidates for the position(s) of Laborer/Equipment Operator at our Ceredo, WV Coal Terminal....

Demographic Data for Ona, WV

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Ona, WV

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


Highest Education Level

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


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