Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$40,240/yr
Typical range
$36,090 – $46,920
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand does
Manually load, unload, and organize cargo and materials at warehouses, shipping centers, and retail locations. You'll use basic equipment like hand trucks and perform physical work to move goods efficiently.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Recycling and Reclamation Workers — $40,240/yr
- Stockers and Order Fillers — $37,330/yr
- Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers — $58,640/yr
- Light Truck Drivers — $44,860/yr
- Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators — $46,420/yr
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