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Construction Laborers Salaries
in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.90 – $24.09
Average Annual Pay
Range: $45,552 – $50,107
Salaries for Construction Laborers near New Orleans-Metairie
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$18.47
19.7%Lower than Construction Laborers in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
Alaska, AK
$31.37
36.4%Higher than Construction Laborers in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
Arizona, AZ
$23.84
3.7%Higher than Construction Laborers in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
Arkansas, AR
$19.49
15.3%Lower than Construction Laborers in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
California, CA
$33.39
45.2%Higher than Construction Laborers in New Orleans-Metairie, LA
How much do Construction Laborers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$19.55/hr
Range: $18.61 - $20.48
Annual Rate
$40,656
Range: $38,719 - $42,591
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.00/hr
Range: $21.90 - $24.09
Annual Rate
$47,830
Range: $45,552 - $50,107
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.45/hr
Range: $25.18 - $27.70
Annual Rate
$55,004
Range: $52,385 - $57,623
Construction Laborers job description
Construction Laborers professionals are skilled tradespeople who build, maintain, and repair structures and infrastructure. They work on residential, commercial, and industrial projects using specialized tools and techniques.
- •Read and interpret blueprints and plans
- •Operate tools and equipment safely
- •Install, repair, or construct structures
- •Follow building codes and regulations
- •Maintain a safe work environment
- •Collaborate with other trades
- •Technical trade skills
- •Physical strength and stamina
- •Blueprint reading
- •Safety awareness
- •Problem-solving
- •Hand-eye coordination
- •Trade certification or apprenticeship
- •Valid driver's license
- •OSHA training preferred
- •Ability to work at heights and outdoors
