How can I get a part-time labor job?

The qualifications to get a part-time labor job include a high school diploma and the ability to perform manual work. Some general labor positions require that you learn the skills to operate machinery or make simple repairs. You typically learn these skills through on-the-job training or by assisting more experienced laborers. Some part-time positions require working on weekends or evenings. If you work in construction or on a road paving crew, you must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Warehouse and construction jobs require the physical strength to lift heavy objects.