What does a Laborer do?
Laborers build infrastructure. They dig trenches, load, unload, lift and carry materials, prepare sites for construction, perform traffic control on site, set braces, erect scaffolding, and do landscaping demolition.
Where does a Laborer work?
- Bridges
- Commercial buildings
- Highway construction
- Schools
- Sports stadiums
- Hospitals
- Large residential buildings
Contact
Laborer
Statewide
WI Laborers Apprenticeship Program
4633 Liuna Way | DeForest, WI 53532
p (608) 846-5764
www.liunawisconsin.org
Am I qualified?
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to physically perform the work required
- Must have a sincere interest in the trade
- Must have reliable transportation
What can I expect while training?
- Program is approximately 3 years
- On-the-job training with an experienced Journeyman
- You must pass a preliminary test
- Some travel may be required
- 400 PRI (Paid Related Instructions)
- 4,000 hours OJT (On The Job Training)
Wage Rates 2021 – 2022 (Hourly)
Location
Wage
Fringe
Total
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
$35.03
$21.22
$56.25
Northeastern Wisconsin
$30.20
$17.95
$48.15
Northern Wisconsin
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South Central Wisconsin
$31.20
$18.25
$49.45
Southeastern Wisconsin
$33.72
$21.65
$55.37
Western Wisconsin
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