Construction Laborers
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, and clean up rubble, debris, and other waste materials. May assist other craft workers.
Common Job Titles
- Construction Laborer
- Construction Worker
- Equipment Operator (EO)
- Post Framer
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Construction Laborers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
1,057,660
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $34,200. 25th percentile: U.S. $38,100. 50th percentile: U.S. $46,730. 75th percentile: U.S. $58,910. 90th percentile: U.S. $77,530. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $34,200 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $77,530 |
| Workers on average earn | $51,260 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Building and Construction4.0/5
- Public Safety and Security3.2/5
- Mechanical3.0/5
- Customer and Personal Service2.8/5
- Education and Training2.4/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Autodesk Revit
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
Tools & Equipment
- Adjustable widemouth pliers
- Adjustable wrenches
- Air compressors
- Air drills
- Air monitoring equipment
- Asphalt kettles
- Asphalt mops
- Asphalt saws