Construction laborer | WPTI-X

Typical work

• Prepare work areas and handle or use materials and tools.
• Support other construction activities by following work instructions and site procedures.

Useful skills

• Careful use of tools and equipment
• Checking task order and communicating with a crew

Education and training research

• Read the BLS and O*NET work and preparation sections, then research local safety instruction and practical experience options.
• Ask local providers and employers which training covers the equipment and procedures used at the site.

Work environment questions

• Ask how outdoor site work, material handling, and hazard controls operate in the specific workplace.
• Check how crews coordinate across trades and how the daily sequence varies by employer.

Entry checks

• Review current employer information and site safety procedures for the location of interest.
• Use the BLS and O*NET sources as references, then verify local training and work requirements with local agencies.

Related occupations

• carpenter
• electrician

What the data supports

This profile supports only the occupation information and exploration prompts shown here from the official sources.

Limitations

This profile summarizes official BLS and O*NET occupation information for exploration. Education, training, work, and entry requirements can vary locally; verify them with local official agencies and employers. A WPTI-X type does not guarantee fit or hiring outcomes.

Official sources

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Construction laborers and helpers
• O*NET OnLine — Construction laborers and helpers