Laborer
Laborers play an essential role in ensuring efficiency and safety across a job site. Their expertise spans construction, environmental remediation, highways, waste management, bridges, tunnels, and municipal work. Some specialize in brick paving, scaffold assembly, small equipment operation, and demolition.
At least 17 years old
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Birth Certificate
Valid Driver’s License
Reliable Transportation
Physically Fit to Perform the Work
Pass a Urine & Hair Drug Test
Read, Write & Speak in English
If applicable: Military Training Certifications (DD-214)
If applicable: Welding Certifications
Secure sponsorship from Signatory Contractor
Contractor must submit application on your behalf
Laborer Training Center
1200 Old Gary Avenue
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Laborer Training Center
5700 W Homer St.
Chicago, IL 60639
Minimum of 360 hours of Classroom training per year.
2,400 hours of PAID on-the-job training per year.
10% pay increase based on work hours, until Journeylevel.
Contractors hire workers for up to 500 hrs during a calendar year, at full journeylevel wages and benefits.
Contractors are limited to no more than one Permit Worker for every 10 Laborers.
Four calendar years is the maximum allowable for any Permit Worker.
Permit Workers must be re-sponsored each year before beginning work.