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Construction laborers are skilled workers

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who do much of the physically demanding labor

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at all kinds of construction projects,

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from excavation to building and demolition.

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Construction laborers use a variety of hand

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and power tools to hammer, lift, saw,

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and measure materials.

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Depending on the specialty of their employer,

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laborers might prepare a worksite,

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dig trenches, mix and place concrete,

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or even work with hazardous materials

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or explosives.

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Clean-up is usually in the job description.

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In different phases of construction,

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laborers assist other trades workers,

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and may need to interpret plans

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or specifications to set work priorities.

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They may also direct traffic around a

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work area to keep other workers safe.

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But all construction laborers can

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expect to do repetitive,

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physically demanding work—

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with noise, fumes, and dangers

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that require safety gear

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such as hard hats, gloves, face masks,

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ear protectors, and eyewear.

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Some employers require a high school diploma,

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but related work experience, strength,

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reliability, and safety

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are often more important

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to getting hired in this field.