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Granite

Laborer

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

General Summary The Laborer is responsible for safely supporting concrete crews with preparing and ... contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any ...

Voyage Health

Travel RN Labor and Delivery

Littlefield, TX · On-site

$2.0K - $2.1K/wk

Travel/Contract Pay: $2034 - $2141 per week Shift: Nights Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: RN Labor and Delivery (Travel/Contract) We're hiring experienced RN Labor and Delivery ...

Voyage Health

Travel RN Labor and Delivery

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$2.0K - $2.1K/wk

Travel/Contract Pay: $2032 - $2139 per week Shift: 3x12 Days Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 13-week Position: RN Labor and Delivery (Travel/Contract) We're hiring experienced RN Labor and Delivery ...

Ambition 24Hours Inc

Travel Registered Nurse L&D

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$64.50 - $75.50/hr

... Contract Location Lubbock, TX 79401 Setting Acute Care Hospital / Labour & Delivery Pay Frequency Weekly Contract Period 13-week contract Hours Guaranteed 36 hours/week Taxable Base Rate $64.50 - $75 ...

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How much do contract laborer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract laborer in Shallowater, TX is $15.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.56 and $16.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract laborer?

Contract laborers are workers who are hired on a temporary basis to complete specific tasks or projects for a company, rather than being permanent employees. They typically work under the terms of a contract that outlines the duration, responsibilities, and compensation for the job. Contract laborers can be found in a variety of industries, including construction, manufacturing, agriculture, and services. Their employment is usually project-based, and they may work for multiple employers over time. Unlike full-time employees, contract laborers often do not receive benefits such as health insurance or paid time off.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract laborer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Laborer, you need physical stamina, basic technical skills, and familiarity with workplace safety practices, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with common tools, machinery, and safety certifications such as OSHA training is typically required. Reliability, good communication, and the ability to follow instructions are essential soft skills in this role. These skills ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely, meeting project deadlines and quality standards.

What are some common challenges faced by contract laborers, and how can they be managed?

Contract laborers often face challenges such as adapting quickly to new work environments, managing inconsistent work schedules, and ensuring clear communication with supervisors and team members. To overcome these challenges, it’s helpful to stay organized, maintain flexibility, and proactively seek clarification on job expectations and safety procedures. Building good working relationships and learning to navigate varying company cultures can also make transitions between assignments smoother and more rewarding.

What is the difference between Contract Laborer vs Construction Worker?

AspectContract LaborerConstruction Worker
CredentialsNone required, often on-the-job trainingVaries; may require OSHA safety training or certifications
Work EnvironmentVarious sites, often temporary projectsConstruction sites, permanent or temporary projects
Employer UsageHired on a contractual basis, often through agenciesEmployed directly by construction companies or contractors
Common Search IntentCompare roles, job requirements, or hiring processesUnderstand job duties, safety, or employment options

Contract Laborers typically perform specific tasks on a temporary basis without formal credentials, working across various sites. Construction Workers often have some certifications and work directly for construction firms. Both roles are essential in the construction industry but differ mainly in employment type and credential requirements.

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Laborer

Granite

Lubbock, TX • On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago

Granite Telecommunications rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

54th of 101 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...

Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite's century-old success. We're building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.

General Summary

The Laborer is responsible for safely supporting concrete crews with preparing and maintaining construction projects at demolition, building, highway, and heavy construction sites.
This Project offers On the Job Training Program (OJT).

At Granite we have people development at heart - when you grow as a person, we develop as a company.

From complex infrastructure to minor construction, Granite Construction offers a unique set of opportunities to gain experience and build your career. As one of the largest diversified construction companies in the nation, you will have the opportunity to learn and work with some of the best experts in the field.

Why Choose Granite?

Granite's Benefits and Well-Being program consistently ranks at near the top level for all companies in our industry (and outside out industry as well). Here are a few of the benefit we offer to our employees:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401K Program with Employer Match up to 6%
  • Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability
  • Optional Allstate Benefits Voluntary Plans
  • 7 Paid Holidays

Build your career with Granite Construction Company!

Essential Job Accountabilities

  • Measures distances from grade stakes, drives stakes, and stretches tight line
  • Bolts, nails, a-lines, and blocks up under forms
  • Signals operators of construction equipment to facilitate alinement, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specifications
  • Levels earth to fine grade specifications, using pick and shovel.
  • Mixes, concrete, using portable mixer
  • Smooths and finishes freshly poured cement or concrete, using float, trowel, or screed
  • Positions. joins, a-lines, and seals pipe sections.
  • Erects scaffolding, shoring, and braces
  • Performs variety of tasks involving dexterous use of hands and tools, such as sawing lumber, dismantling forms, and removing projects from concrete

Work Experience

  • Must have construction experience / heavy construction preferred
  • Minimum of 1 year experience require

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Workers should be able to:

  • Follow specific directions
  • Perform a variety of duties which may often change
  • Work within standards of accuracy
  • Repeat tasks of short duration according to a set procedure
  • Evaluate information using measurable standards
  • Work Safely by Choice
  • Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions

Physically, workers must be able to:

  • Stand or walk for long periods
  • Use arms and hands to reach for, handle, and manipulate objects
  • Frequently lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 100 pounds
  • Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects and carry tools and equipment
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and see (naturally or with correction)

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

For additional information on applicant/employee rights please clickhere.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening.Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place.Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.

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