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Temp Laborer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Production Laborer

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

A Production Laborer is responsible for the following specific job tasks: This position is located ... Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary ...

OSP Skilled Laborer

Ocala, FL · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

The OSP Skilled Laborer plays a critical role in large-scale construction projects, particularly ... Erect or dismantle shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures.

OSP Skilled Laborer

Ocala, FL

$18 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

The OSP Skilled Laborer plays a critical role in large-scale construction projects, particularly ... Erect or dismantle shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures.

OSP Skilled Laborer

Ocala, FL · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

The OSP Skilled Laborer plays a critical role in large-scale construction projects, particularly ... Erect or dismantle shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures.

Laborer

Miami, FL · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

Perform physical labor to assist with jobsite clean-up, rough carpentry, site logistics, fencing ... temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, and climb ladders, along with the ...

Laborer

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

We have an immediate opening for a Laborer position in Hialeah, FL ... This is a temp-to-hire opportunity with a starting pay of $18 per hour for the first shift, Monday ...

Pipe Laborer

Brevard, FL · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Erect or dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, or other temporary ... Experience as a heavy equipment operator. * 1 recent years' experience working as a general laborer.

Maintenance of Traffic Laborer

Orlando, FL

$14 - $16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Maintenance of Traffic laborer is required to perform temporary traffic control operations in order to maintain traffic on a roadway construction project in a manner that protects and conveys the ...

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Temp Laborer information

What is a temp laborer?

Temp laborers, or temporary laborers, are workers who are hired for a short period to perform various manual or support tasks, often through a staffing agency. Their duties can include moving materials, cleaning, basic construction, or assisting skilled tradespeople, depending on the employer's needs. Temp laborers provide flexibility for businesses experiencing seasonal demand or requiring additional help for special projects. While assignments can vary in length, these positions offer workers the chance to gain experience and potentially secure permanent employment.

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

To thrive as a Temp Laborer, you need physical stamina, basic manual skills, and a willingness to take direction, usually without specific educational requirements. Familiarity with hand tools, power equipment, and safety protocols such as OSHA guidelines is often necessary. Reliability, adaptability, and a strong work ethic are crucial soft skills for performing diverse tasks in changing environments. These abilities ensure safe, efficient completion of assignments and make you a valuable asset to various teams and projects.

What are some common challenges faced by temp laborers, and how can they be managed on the job?

Temp Laborers often work in fast-paced environments with varying tasks, which can present challenges such as quickly adapting to new routines or teams. Assignments may change frequently, requiring flexibility and strong communication with supervisors to understand expectations. Safety is also a key concern, so staying attentive to training and using proper equipment is essential. Building rapport with team members and asking questions when unsure can help manage the learning curve and enhance your effectiveness on each assignment.

What is the difference between Temp Laborer vs Construction Laborer?

AspectTemp LaborerConstruction Laborer
CredentialsNone typically required, some OSHA or safety trainingOSHA safety certifications often required
Work EnvironmentVarious industries, short-term assignmentsConstruction sites, physical labor
Employer UsageStaffing agencies, temp agenciesConstruction companies, contractors
Search IntentTemporary, flexible work opportunitiesLonger-term or project-based construction work

In summary, a Temp Laborer typically works across multiple industries with flexible, short-term assignments, often through staffing agencies. A Construction Laborer specializes in physical work on construction sites, often requiring safety certifications and longer-term commitments within the construction industry.

What are the most commonly searched types of Laborer jobs in Florida?

The most popular types of Laborer jobs in Florida are:

What cities in Florida are hiring for Temp Laborer jobs?

Cities in Florida with the most Temp Laborer job openings:

$15 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Jr. Davis Construction rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Job Title:             Pipe Laborer
Craft:                     Pipe
Reports to:         Foreman             
Exempt Status:  Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Position Objective/Description:
Performs a variety of manual construction tasks under the direction of a crew foreman.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Performs a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor in heavy/highway construction projects
  • Work site set up, maintenance, and cleanup, to include scaffolding construction and dismantling, barricade locating, and equipment locating.
  • Load, unload, or distribute materials, machinery, or tools to and from designated locations
  • Direct traffic at or near building sites and carry out other traffic management activities
  • Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth
  • Use picks, shovels, and rakes to level earth or asphalt to grade specifications
  • Position or dismantle forms for pouring concrete, using saws, hammers, nails or bolts
  • Tends pumps, compressors, or generators
  • Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials
  • Assist craft workers, such as carpenters, ironworkers, plasterers and masons
  • Measure, mark, or record openings or distances as part of site preparation
  • May be called upon to operate a variety of power and hand tools: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, mechanical hoists, surveying, measuring and other equipment
  • Maintain clean work area by disposing of trash and debris properly.
  • Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
  • Promote and adhere to the company’s safety program.
  • Pipe layer experience.
  • Underground utility
  • Heavy equipment operator
  • Construction laborer
  • Erect or dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, or other temporary structures. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to operate a variety of tools and equipment such as hand tools, power tools and motorized equipment.
  • Ability to listen, follow directions, and have a willingness to continue to enhance skills
  • Able to communicate effectively with jobsite supervisor and co-workers
  • General knowledge of road construction processes.
  • Demonstrate a safety first attitude. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures.
  • Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public
  • Ability to work nights and weekends when necessary
  • Must have reliable transportation, and ability to travel to assigned worksites

Physical Demands:
  • Constant physical effort, including extended standing for at least 8 hour shift
  • Intermittent sitting; continuous walking on construction site.
  • Climb intermittently
  • Regularly twist, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch to perform duties
  • Regularly reach above shoulder level
  • Regularly push/pull objects
  • Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 75 pounds on a regular basis, and sometimes heavier weight.
  • Agility, balance, and manual dexterity, as well as arm-hand steadiness
  • Able to hear and respond to oral instructions in a noisy environment.
  • Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach and grasp with hands and arms.
  • Excellent hand, eye and foot coordination.
  • Good vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Education / Experience:
  • High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • One (1) year experience working as general laborer, or equivalent experience.
  • Active Driver’s license
Work Environment:
Regularly works in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and humidity.  Frequently works near moving mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions and vibration. Handles various toxic products such as epoxies, grouts, sealers, paints and cleaners, with exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risks of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Approved By ________________________________________     ____________________
                                                [Name and Title]                                                               [Date]
Acknowledged By _____________________________________     ____________________
                                                   [Name of Employee]                                                   [Date]
 

Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively recruiting women and minorities for all open positions.

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