Construction Worker

Code: 47-2061.00

Also known as: Bituminous Asphalt Technician, Construction Laborer, Construction Worker, Drop Crew Laborer, Equipment Operator (EO), Form Setter, Post Framer, Scaffolding Operator, Site Work Laborer, Toolman

Description: Construction Workers assist craft workers and construction sites by performing basic tasks that require physical labor. There are no formal educational requirements for this field. Most workers enter this trade through on-the-job training.

Construction Worker

Typical wages


10% $26,090
25% $30,690
Median $37,890
75% $50,330
90% $69,880
10% $12.54
25% $14.75
Median $18.22
75% $24.2
90% $33.6

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
1,398,000
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
1,473,400
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 141,100