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Balfour Beatty

Unskilled Laborer

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Summary Balfour Beatty is seeking an Unskilled Laborer to join our team at a state-of-the art ... Tasks can include, but are not limited to: o Manual labor including but not limited to job site ...

DBS Staffing Services, Inc.

General Labor

Roanoke, VA

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

We are recruiting for multiple areas, including industrial, warehouse, skilled labor, and unskilled labor positions. In this role, you will perform a variety of hands on tasks supporting projects ...

DBS Staffing Services, Inc.

General Labor

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

We are recruiting for multiple areas, including industrial, warehouse, skilled labor, and unskilled labor positions. In this role, you will perform a variety of hands on tasks supporting projects ...

BELFOR Holdings

Carpenter - Labor

Denver, CO · On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

Basic Carpenters have three development levels; (1) improve supervisory skills from small unskilled labor crews to larger crews that include BELFOR personnel and skilled subcontractors; (2) become ...

Swinerton Incorporated

Labor Foreman

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Manage workers in the performance of both skilled and unskilled labor * Monitor project's progress and provide jobs final approval upon completion * Schedule manpower, estimate time, material ...

Townsend Tree Service

Groundsperson

Dawsonville, GA · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

AZU - Manual/Unskilled Labor Reports To: Manager Discipline: AZU000 - Manual/Unskilled Labor Generalist Pay Type: Hourly Career Band: (W) - Production/Manual Labor Job Type: Non-Exempt EEO Group:

Townsend Tree Service

Groundsperson

Clarksville, IN · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

AZU - Manual/Unskilled Labor Reports To: Manager Discipline: AZU000 - Manual/Unskilled Labor Generalist Pay Type: Hourly Career Band: (W) - Production/Manual Labor Job Type: Non-Exempt EEO Group:

Townsend Tree Service

Groundsperson

Kerrville, TX · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

AZU - Manual/Unskilled Labor Reports To: Manager Discipline: AZU000 - Manual/Unskilled Labor Generalist Pay Type: Hourly Career Band: (W) - Production/Manual Labor Job Type: Non-Exempt EEO Group:

Townsend Tree Service

Groundsperson

Perryville, MO · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

AZU - Manual/Unskilled Labor Reports To: Manager Discipline: AZU000 - Manual/Unskilled Labor Generalist Pay Type: Hourly Career Band: (W) - Production/Manual Labor Job Type: Non-Exempt EEO Group:

Townsend Tree Service

Groundsperson

Georgetown, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

AZU - Manual/Unskilled Labor Reports To: Manager Discipline: AZU000 - Manual/Unskilled Labor Generalist Pay Type: Hourly Career Band: (W) - Production/Manual Labor Job Type: Non-Exempt EEO Group:

Townsend Tree Service

Groundsperson

Georgetown, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

AZU - Manual/Unskilled Labor Reports To: Manager Discipline: AZU000 - Manual/Unskilled Labor Generalist Pay Type: Hourly Career Band: (W) - Production/Manual Labor Job Type: Non-Exempt EEO Group:

Townsend Tree Service

Groundsperson

Corydon, IN · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

AZU - Manual/Unskilled Labor Reports To: Manager Discipline: AZU000 - Manual/Unskilled Labor Generalist Pay Type: Hourly Career Band: (W) - Production/Manual Labor Job Type: Non-Exempt EEO Group:

Townsend Tree Service

Groundsperson

Locust, NC

$13.25 - $17/hr

AZU - Manual/Unskilled Labor Reports To: Manager Discipline: AZU000 - Manual/Unskilled Labor Generalist Pay Type: Hourly Career Band: (W) - Production/Manual Labor Job Type: Non-Exempt EEO Group:

Innovative Cleaning Services

Unskilled Laborer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

General Labor Duties and Responsibilities: * Unload tools, prepare building site materials, stack building materials, and set up equipment * Follow project instructions from construction manager or ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for unskilled labor in the United States is $17.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An unskilled labor job is a position that requires little to no specialized training, education, or experience. These jobs typically involve tasks that can be learned quickly and may include roles in construction, manufacturing, warehouse work, retail, and food service. While they may not require formal qualifications, physical stamina, reliability, and a willingness to learn are often important traits for success.

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To thrive as an Unskilled Laborer, you need physical stamina, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions, with no formal education or specialized training typically required. Minimal use of technical tools such as basic hand tools or safety equipment is common, and on-the-job training is usually provided. Good communication, teamwork, and adaptability are valuable soft skills that help individuals excel in this position. These qualities ensure tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and in cooperation with colleagues and supervisors.

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Unskilled Laborers often work in physically demanding environments such as construction sites, warehouses, factories, or outdoor settings. The role typically involves standing for long periods, lifting or moving materials, and performing repetitive tasks, sometimes under various weather conditions. You may work independently or as part of a team, with frequent supervision to ensure safety and productivity. Collaboration with skilled workers and supervisors is common, and many companies offer opportunities for advancement or skill development over time.

What are examples of unskilled labor?

Unskilled labor refers to jobs that typically do not require specialized training or advanced education, such as cleaning, basic construction, warehouse work, food service, and manual labor tasks. These roles often involve repetitive tasks and may require physical strength or endurance but usually do not need formal certifications or technical skills.
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Infographic showing various Unskilled Labor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,442 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Laborer 1 (Seasonal)

Jersey City, NJ • On-site

City of Jersey City, NJ
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$20/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Salary: $20.00 Hourly
Location : 280 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 33DPW
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 04/28/2026
Position Division: Solid Waste & Recycling
Description
The City of Jersey City is seeking Seasonal Laborers for the Division of Solid Waste & Recycling in the Department of Public Works under the Clean Communities Program. This temporary position involves performing manual and unskilled labor related to litter control and general sanitation throughout the City.
Examples of Duties
  • Loads, lifts, and moves supplies, furniture, and equipment.
  • Digs trenches and does manual grading.
  • Cleans incinerators.
  • Collects rubbish and other refuse.
  • Cuts grass and trims hedges.
  • Waters lawns, flowers, and vegetable beds.
  • Loads and unloads trucks.
  • Shovels snow, gravel, and sand.
  • Whitewashes walls.
  • Places forms used in concrete work.
  • Performs cold patching.
  • Cleans up underbrush, foliage, vines, and weeds.
  • Cuts down trees.
  • Digs out stumps of trees, and digs out and destroys poisonous vines, weeds, and undergrowth.
  • Learns to operate construction and/or maintenance equipment.
  • May learn to operate a pneumatic drill.
  • May learn to operate and make minor repairs to the street, road, and related public works equipment.
  • May rake asphalt mixtures used in paving to proper thickness and grade.
  • May distribute asphalt mixtures to eliminate hollows and high spots on the surface under the construction or repair.
  • May patch joints and edges of pavement with asphalt cement.
  • May tamp and smooth asphalt pavement.
  • Cleans sludge beds.
  • Sweeps streets and sidewalks, and cleans sewers.
  • Pries and hammers apart sections of wall and roof.
  • Loads debris into the truck for removal.
  • Sorts, piles, and cleans salvageable brick, stone, lumber, and metalwork.
  • Performs other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Required Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Required Experience: One year of experience in performing labor manual and unskilled labor work preferred.
Required License: Possession of a valid New Jersey Driver's license.
Preferred License: New Jersey Commercial Driver's License is preferred
Essential Skills:
  • Knowledge of the methods, materials, and supplies used to perform varied types of manual and unskilled tasks.
  • Ability to perform manual tasks either alone or as a member of a group.
  • Ability to perform heavy manual labor for prolonged periods under varying temperatures and climatic conditions.
  • Ability to follow prescribed instructions.
  • Ability to learn to use the tools and equipment needed to perform routine, unskilled labor tasks.
  • Ability to follow safety precautions in the operation of assigned tools and equipment.

Supplemental Information
This is a Civil Service Job and you must eventually pass and qualify for the applicable Civil Service title.
To apply for this job with the City of Jersey City, please fill out our
Please note that this role is subject to the residency requirements set forth by the NJ First Act.
The City of Jersey City offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health insurance, dental, vision, vacation, holidays, sick time, pension, life insurance, professional development assistance, employee assistance program, and other benefits.
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