15 careers in construction and trade hiring now
Construction and Trade include building and renovating structures and facilitating commerce. Workers construct buildings, repair infrastructure, and negotiate deals. They need technical skills, physical stamina, and attention to detail.
The 43,459 construction and trade jobs listed below are hiring now and offer salaries ranging from $42,199 to $97,361 per year. Laborer, Equipment Operator, and Carpenter currently have the most job openings.
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Updated Jul 25, 2026
Job title
United States
Job openings
Laborer
United States
$18.55
per hour
Equipment Operator
United States
$24.76
per hour
Carpenter
United States
$26.17
per hour
Painter
United States
$22.04
per hour
Construction Laborer
United States
$21.10
per hour
Handy Man
United States
$22.39
per hour
Construction Inspector
United States
$31.88
per hour
Builder
United States
$21.89
per hour
Journeyperson
United States
$34.47
per hour
Fabricator/Welder
United States
$24.19
per hour
Pipefitter
United States
$30.80
per hour
Concrete Finisher
United States
$25.98
per hour
Remodeler
United States
$24.28
per hour
Construction Estimator
United States
$97,361
per year
Crane Operator
United States
$28.71
per hour
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Laborer
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Laborers perform manual tasks, assist skilled workers, and maintain job site safety. Physical fitness, willingness to learn, and teamwork ability are vital.
Laborer jobs take 81 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 8% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 11,504 jobsAverage pay
United States
$18.55 per hourSkills
- Construction
- Hand tools
- Power tools
- Mechanical knowledge
- Communication skills
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Equipment Operator
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Equipment Operators run machinery, perform maintenance tasks, and ensure safe operations. Expertise in operating construction equipment, physical stamina, and attention to safety protocols are essential.
Equipment Operator jobs take 90 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 3% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 7,332 jobsAverage pay
United States
$24.76 per hourSkills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction
- Mechanical knowledge
- Excavator
- Communication skills
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Carpenter
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Carpenters construct, install, and repair building frameworks and structures, ensuring quality craftsmanship. Expertise in carpentry, problem-solving skills, and physical stamina are necessary.
Carpenter jobs take 123 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 3% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 3,752 jobsAverage pay
United States
$26.17 per hourSkills
- Carpentry
- Hand tools
- Plumbing
- Construction
- Manufacturing
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Painter
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Painters apply finishes to surfaces, ensuring quality aesthetics in buildings or projects. Attention to detail, knowledge of color theory and painting experience are essential for this role.
Painter jobs take 102 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 6% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 3,638 jobsAverage pay
United States
$22.04 per hourSkills
- Construction painting
- Hand tools
- Carpentry
- Manufacturing
- Human resources
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Construction Laborer
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Construction laborers assist tradespeople by performing manual tasks to support project completion. Essential skills for this role include physical fitness, teamwork and the ability to follow directions.
Construction Laborer jobs take 86 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 6% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 2,935 jobsAverage pay
United States
$21.10 per hourSkills
- Construction
- Power tools
- Carpentry
- Hand tools
- Communication skills
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Handy Man
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Handy Men perform repairs, maintain properties, and improve facilities. Technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and physical dexterity are essential. Experience in maintenance work is beneficial.
Handy Man jobs take 83 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 17% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 2,115 jobsAverage pay
United States
$22.39 per hourSkills
- Handyman experience
- Maintenance
- Customer service
- Time management
- Electrical experience
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Construction Inspector
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Construction inspectors ensure that building projects comply with regulations and safety standards. Attention to detail, knowledge of construction codes and strong observational skills are essential in this role.
Construction Inspector jobs take 76 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 3% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,661 jobsAverage pay
United States
$31.88 per hourSkills
- Construction
- Construction inspection
- Communication skills
- Civil engineering
- Microsoft Office
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Builder
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Builders coordinate construction projects, from planning to execution, ensuring quality and compliance. Key skills for this role include project management, knowledge of building codes and communication abilities.
Builder jobs take 87 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 8% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,640 jobsAverage pay
United States
$21.89 per hourSkills
- HTML
- SQL
- CSS
- REST
- Software development
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Journeyperson
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Journeypersons are skilled tradespeople with expertise in their craft, overseeing projects and mentoring apprentices. Relevant certifications, experience and problem-solving abilities are essential in this role.
Journeyperson jobs take 67 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,523 jobsAverage pay
United States
$34.47 per hourSkills
- Mechanical knowledge
- Electrical experience
- Micrometer
- Calipers
- Schematics
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Fabricator/Welder
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Fabricators and welders create metal structures by cutting, shaping and welding materials according to specifications while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Proficient welding skills, mechanical knowledge, and attention to detail are essential in this role.
Fabricator/Welder jobs take 143 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 3% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,466 jobsAverage pay
United States
$24.19 per hourSkills
- Welding
- TIG welding
- Fabrication
- Hand tools
- MIG welding
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Pipefitter
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Pipefitters install and repair piping systems, ensuring efficient and safe operations. Skills in mathematics, technical drawing interpretation and plumbing codes are essential in this role.
Pipefitter jobs take 81 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,399 jobsAverage pay
United States
$30.80 per hourSkills
- Pipe threading
- Welding
- Mechanical knowledge
- Hand tools
- Power tools
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Concrete Finisher
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Concrete finishers prepare and finish concrete surfaces, ensuring durability and aesthetics. Key skills for this role include craftsmanship, attention to detail and knowledge of mixing and pouring techniques.
Concrete Finisher jobs take 146 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,211 jobsAverage pay
United States
$25.98 per hourSkills
- Concrete finishing
- Concrete forming
- Heavy lifting
- Power tools
- Carpentry
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Remodeler
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Remodelers specialize in home renovations, transforming spaces while adhering to budgets and timelines. Expertise in design, construction methods and strong project management skills are essential in this role.
Remodeler jobs take 125 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 16% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,138 jobsAverage pay
United States
$24.28 per hourSkills
- Remodeling
- Drywall
- Tile laying
- Plumbing
- Construction painting
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Construction Estimator
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Construction estimators calculate project costs and resources to ensure financial feasibility. Analytical skills, industry knowledge and attention to detail are essential for accurate estimates.
Construction Estimator jobs take 191 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 2% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,080 jobsAverage pay
United States
$97,361 per yearSkills
- Construction estimating
- Construction
- Bluebeam
- Negotiation
- Communication skills
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Crane Operator
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Crane operators maneuver heavy lifting equipment on construction sites, ensuring the safe transport of materials, maintaining equipment and following safety guidelines. Precision, strong spatial awareness and certification in crane operation are key qualifications for this role.
Crane Operator jobs take 81 days on average from job posting to starting date. Currently, 1% of job openings are part-time roles.
See 1,065 jobsAverage pay
United States
$28.71 per hourSkills
- Crane
- Rigging
- Forklift
- Computer skills
- Heavy equipment operation