construction worker
Plural
construction workers
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a skilled laborer who performs various tasks in the construction industry, including but not limited to building, renovating, and repairing structures
A construction worker is someone who performs various tasks on construction sites, such as building, repairing, and maintaining structures like houses, buildings, roads, and bridges. They use tools and equipment to carry out their tasks, which can include digging, lifting, assembling materials, pouring concrete, or installing fixtures. Construction workers may specialize in areas such as masonry, carpentry, plumbing, or electrical work, or they may perform general labor tasks. Their work is essential in turning construction plans into physical structures and ensuring that building projects are completed safely and on time.
- The construction worker spent the day laying bricks for the new house.
- After training for months, he became a skilled construction worker specializing in roofing.
- The construction worker wore a hard hat to stay safe while working on the building site.
- Many construction workers were needed to complete the highway project on time.
- A construction worker climbed the scaffolding to install windows on the upper floors.
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