Construction helper
Start on a building crew and learn a trade as you go.
- Median pay
- $46,680 a year
- Cost to start
- Under $200 for boots and basic tools
- Time to start
- 1 to 4 weeks
Hands-onActiveOutdoorsPaid while you learn
What it really pays
$46,680 a year (median)
The lowest-paid 10% earn about $34,820 or less, which is closer to where many beginners start.
National median for all workers in this job, including experienced ones. Pay varies by state, employer and experience, and isn't guaranteed. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (opens in a new tab)
Where to start
Sign up for Home Depot's free Path to Pro and look for local helper openings.
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