1. In general, you usually need some high school education.

2. To be a construction labourer, you may need general construction labouring experience.You may receive on-the-job training.

3. To be a construction labourer in large-diameter oil and gas pipeline construction, you usually need one season's experience in this type of oil/gas pipeline construction.

4. Many recent entrants have a community college diploma, and almost 3 in 10 have a trade/vocational certificate.

1. What is a day in the life of a Trades Helpers and Labourers like?
   Trades Helpers and Labourers: A. Move, load, and unload materials B. Erect and dismantle structures C. Mix,... more
2. What is the current Job Outlook for a Trades Helpers and Labourers?
   The job outlook for Trades Helpers and Labourers is considered Below Average because: 1. Employment grew at an... more
3. What is the future Job Outlook for a Trades Helpers and Labourers?
   Your job outlook will continue to be Below Average because: 1. The employment growth rate will likely continue to... more
4. How much does a Trades Helpers and Labourers make?
   The average hourly wages for Trades Helpers and Labourers is $14.93/HR, which is below average for occupations in the... more
5. What is the currently unemployment rate for a Trades Helpers and Labourers"?
   19% of Trades Helpers and Labourers are unemployed. This rate is above the average for labouring and elemental... more
6. How many Trades Helpers and Labourers are employed part-time?
   11% of Trades Helpers and Labourers are employed only on a part-time basis. There were 103,100 workers employed in... more
7. How many Trades Helpers and Labourers are self-employed?
   Roughly 2% of Trades Helpers and Labourers are self-employed. This is considered Below average for the industry as... more
8. What is the average age of a Trades Helpers and Labourers?
   The relatively high percentage of younger workers suggests more entry-level positions and jobs that may serve as... more