Construction laborers and helpers perform many basic tasks that require physical labor on construction sites.
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- Construction Laborers
Architecture and Construction
What do they typically do
- Operate or tend equipment and machines used in construction
- Clean and prepare construction sites by removing debris and possible hazards
- Control traffic passing near, in, or around work zones
- Dig trenches, backfill holes, or compact earth to prepare for construction
- Follow construction plans and instructions from supervisors or more experienced workers
- Build or take apart bracing, scaffolding, and temporary structures
- Help craft workers with their duties
- Load or unload building materials to be used in construction
Number of Jobs
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Job Growth +1.2%
Job Opening 4,642
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