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La Sierra University

Athletics - Groundkeeper

Riverside, CA · On-site

$19.75 - $24/hr

None required but must have the ability to do manual labor. Skills : Punctuality and the ability to work independently as well as in groups and teams. Physical/Mental Demands : Moderate to heavy ...

Turf Distributors

Yard/Warehouse Associate

Murrieta, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Familiar with manual labor, and ability to utilize basic tools, basic math skills * Ability to learn to use Microsoft suite, including but not limited to: Excel, Word, Outlook * Experience using ...

BrightView

Santa Ana Landscape Laborer

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes) * You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand ...

BrightView Landscapes

Enhancement laborer

Fontana, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes) * You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand ...

BrightView

Enhancement laborer

Fontana, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes) * You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand ...

Owens Corning

Palletizer

Moreno Valley, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Performs general manual labor tasks including wrapping, lifting, and moving materials. Assists a variety of functions with manual labor tasks as needed. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts ...

Owens Corning

Palletizer

Moreno Valley, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Performs general manual labor tasks including wrapping, lifting, and moving materials. Assists a variety of functions with manual labor tasks as needed. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts ...

Bridgestone

Material Handler

Ontario, CA · On-site

$17 - $20.50/hr

Job Title Moves and stores materials/products using a combination of manual labor and low complexity machinery/equipment (e.g., forklifts and conveyors) Shift: 11 AM-7:30 PM M-F Pay Range: $22.81 ...

Owens Corning

Palletizer

Moreno Valley, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Performs general manual labor tasks including wrapping, lifting, and moving materials. Assists a variety of functions with manual labor tasks as needed. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts ...

Owens Corning

Palletizer

Moreno Valley, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Performs general manual labor tasks including wrapping, lifting, and moving materials. Assists a variety of functions with manual labor tasks as needed. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for manual labor in Riverside, CA is $15.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.13 and $17.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Manual labor jobs involve physical work often performed in construction, manufacturing, maintenance, or warehousing environments. These roles typically require strength, stamina, and the use of tools or machinery, and may require safety training or certifications. They often have physically demanding schedules and may involve working outdoors or in industrial settings.

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A manual labor job involves physical work that requires strength, skill, or endurance. These jobs often include tasks such as lifting, assembling, digging, operating machinery, or performing repetitive movements. Common industries for manual labor roles include construction, manufacturing, warehousing, and agriculture. Workers in these positions may not always need formal education but often require on-the-job training. Manual labor jobs can be physically demanding and may require safety gear and adherence to workplace regulations.

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Manual labor roles often involve tasks such as lifting and moving materials, operating basic machinery or tools, cleaning and preparing job sites, and assisting skilled workers as needed. Depending on the industry, responsibilities may also include loading and unloading shipments, assembling parts or products, and maintaining equipment. You’ll likely work as part of a team, and clear communication with supervisors or coworkers is usually essential to ensure tasks are performed safely and to specification. The work can be physically demanding, but it offers a clear sense of accomplishment and the opportunity to learn valuable, transferable skills.

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Infographic showing various Manual Labor job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,605 per year, or $15.2 per hour.

Driver Class A - TS, *$7K Sign on bonus

Clean Harbors

Riverside, CA • On-site

$17.97 - $47.77/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 2 days ago

Clean Harbors rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 153 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 90 rated recycling and waste

Job description


  • 5AM start time- 10-12 hr days
  • A lot of GL
  • Class A MUST have Hazmat endorsement, tanker can be obtained upon hire
  • A lot of OT
  • $7K Sign on bonus
  • Home every night- occasional weekend work
  • Roll offs, box trucks, trailers

Clean Harbors in Riverside, CA is seeking a Class A CDL Driver to operate a variety of heavy and light duty trucks/work equipment at our customer sites; some of the vehicles operated include vacuum trucks, Cuscos, guzzlers, and roll offs. This role is responsible for performing driving and non-driving duties on and off customer sites associated with hazardous waste clean-up.
Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
  • Recruiting Pay range $26-$28 + $7K sign on bonus
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
  • Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
  • Company paid training and tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
  • Operate commercial trucks and assist field laborers when needed (team atmosphere where everyone helps)
  • Operate a variety of Class A trucks
  • Loading and unloading of trucks
  • Manual labor on site to ensure fulfillment of customer needs
  • Proper placarding of vehicles to meet Company and DOT requirements/regulations
  • Maintain daily logs, time sheets, and various reports
  • Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
  • Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
  • Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
  • Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
  • By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Ability to obtain Hazmat and Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment
  • Ability to use various mobile devices
  • Perform physical functions per job requirements
  • Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
  • Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Commercial driver experience
  • Hazmat and Tanker endorsement
  • Previous Hazmat experience
  • Ability to operate a manual transmission
  • Previous manual labor experience

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Clean Harbors is North America’s leading provider of environmental and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies. Its customer base spans a number of industries, including chemical, and manufacturing, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America’s largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.

Industry

Environmental consulting services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Norwell, MA, US

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