Construction Laborers for hire in Chicago, IL
Find construction laborers who assist in various stages of building projects by performing tasks such as material handling, site preparation and basic repairs, while demonstrating skills in teamwork, communication and safety compliance. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Chicago, IL to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills7%Heavy Lifting6%Construction Experience5%Education level
High school diploma or GED80%Vocational or technical training11%Bachelor's degree7%Years of experience
3-5 years40%1-2 years30%6-10 years20%Current company
UnionA relatives companyAdams LandscapingTime at current job
1-2 years60%Less than a year20%More than 5 years20%
Browse Indeed's database of 7,704 profiles for Construction Laborers in Chicago, IL
Last updated: Oct 7, 2026
Construction Laborer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $49,573 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $32,400 – $77,386 yearly
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Construction Demolition Laborer
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationNCCER CertificationDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourCPRNABCEP CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsLawn CareCar WashConstruction Worker/Laborer
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10TWIC CardHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response TrainingScissor Lift Certification+8 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperiencePublic SpeakingCoiled SteelGeneral Laborer / Construction
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Forklift CertificationSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsShipping & ReceivingLift TruckForkliftLandscape Construction Laborer
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationNCCER CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRHVAC CertificationSkills
Heavy LiftingFence InstallationCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportPower ToolsHand ToolsLocal 477
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
First Aid and CPRFirst Aid CertificationFlagger CertificationScissor Lift CertificationCPROSHA 10+2 moreSkills
CarpentryWoodworkingConstruction ExperienceTransportation Infrastructure ProjectsPower ToolsMaterials HandlingIllinois Works Construction (ILW) Pre-Apprenticeship #1024395
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationNCCER CertificationOSHA 10CPRSkills
Communication SkillsOSHA (Regulatory Compliance Area)OSHAOSHA 10First AidCPR
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What's the average time to fill a construction laborer role?
The average time to fill a construction laborer role is 87 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do construction laborers tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a construction laborer include: communication skills, heavy lifting and construction experience.
What licenses or certifications are common for construction laborers?
Common licenses or certifications for construction laborers include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and First Aid Certification.
What are some job titles related to construction laborers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to construction laborers include: laborer, general laborer / construction and illinois works construction (ilw) pre-apprenticeship #1024395.
What level of education is common for a construction laborer?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a construction laborer in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a construction laborer?
Most construction laborers have 3 years of professional experience.
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