In a 2025 survey to Chamber membership, respondents reported that Laborer positions such as “Operators / laborers,” “Housekeepers,” “Warehouse and laborers,” “Pipe layers,” and “Skilled installer” are in-demand jobs at their business.
If you’d like to pursue a Laborer career in Bay County, here are the minimum Training/Education and Skills/Experience requirements Chamber Members recommended for such jobs:
Training/Education
Although formal training or specific education may not be required, some respondents said that individuals seeking Laborer positions should have a High School diploma. If you don’t have a High School diploma or its equivalent, the following organizations can help you pass your General Education Development (GED) examinations:
- Goodwill Industries Big Bend Inc.
- Gulf Coast State College’s Educational Opportunity Center
- Tom P. Haney Technical College
Other respondents said they provide on-the-job training for Laborer positions. For example, one respondent mentioned “on the job experience in a journeyman program or training by experts in the field.” Alternatively, Chamber Members like CareerSource Gulf Coast, The Bay Economic Development Alliance, and The LEAD Coalition offer training services that can help you attain a Laborer position.
Skills/Experience
- Ability to read blueprints
- Basic construction knowledge
- Capable of learning quickly
- Drivers license
- Experience in exterior construction and metal work
- General knowledge of cleaning or cooking (FDA is more detailed)
- Manage inventories and forklift operator
- Must know how to operate heavy machinery
- Operate equipment, construction math, plan reading
- Reliable, show up for work
- Vocational training would be a plus
- 1+ year is preferred on systems utilized
- 5 years minimum in any number of the services that [my company] offers
Businesses
Chamber Member companies who might need Laborer workers can be searched by clicking their corresponding link below or by visiting the Chamber Member Search page.
Job-seekers and businesses looking to become a Bay County Chamber of Commerce member are encouraged to contact any staff member listed on the Chamber Staff page for additional information. More data about InDemand careers can also be found at the Florida's Chamber of Commerce's website.
Note -- The information presented on this webpage is based on survey responses from Bay County Chamber of Commerce members and reflects their reported workforce needs at the time of data collection. This information does not guarantee job availability, so individuals should independently verify opportunities, qualifications, and requirements with employers and relevant licensing agencies.