Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Manually move freight, stock, luggage, or other materials, or perform other general labor. Includes all manual laborers not elsewhere classified.
Median pay: $40,240/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +1.5% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 384,300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.
• Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.
• Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment.
What's the median pay for Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand?
The median pay for Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand is $40,240 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand?
Employment for Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand is projected to change +1.5% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand?
Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.
How many job openings are there each year for Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand?
About 384,300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.