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Vocabulary for IELTS General Training (Band 6-7) /

Manual Labour Careers

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factory worker

construction worker

miner

roofer

deliveryman

delivery woman

truck driver

mechanic

laborer

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logger

factory worker

noun

/fˈæktɚɹi wˈɜːkɚ/

someone who is employed in a factory and works there

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The factory worker was responsible for assembling parts on the production line to ensure efficiency.

Many factory workers have been affected by automation as machines increasingly take over manual tasks.

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compound noun

construction worker

noun

/kənstɹˈʌkʃən wˈɜːkɚ/

a skilled laborer who performs various tasks in the construction industry, including but not limited to building, renovating, and repairing structures

Who is a "construction worker"?

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.

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compound noun

miner

noun

aɪ

a person who works in a mine, extracting minerals, coal, or other valuable materials from the earth

roofer

noun

a skilled tradesperson who specializes in the construction, installation, repair, and maintenance of roofs on buildings

Who is a "roofer"?

A roofer is a professional who specializes in installing, repairing, and maintaining roofs on buildings. They work with various roofing materials such as shingles, tiles, metal, and flat roofing systems. Roofers are skilled in measuring, cutting, and fitting roofing materials to ensure that roofs are weatherproof and durable. Their work involves climbing ladders, working at heights, and using specialized tools like hammers, roofing nails, and sealants. Roofers are essential in both new construction projects and the upkeep of existing buildings, ensuring that roofs provide protection against the elements.

deliveryman

noun

a person whose job is to deliver goods or packages to different locations

delivery woman

noun

/dɪlˈɪvɚɹi wˈʊmən/

a female person who delivers goods or packages to various destinations

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compound noun

truck driver

noun

/tɹˈʌk dɹˈaɪvɚ/

an individual who operates large vehicles to transport goods over long distances

Who is a "truck driver"?

A truck driver is a person who operates a large vehicle, such as a truck or lorry, to transport goods from one place to another. They are responsible for loading, securing, and unloading cargo, as well as ensuring the vehicle is in good working condition. Truck drivers must follow road safety rules and traffic laws while driving long distances, often across different regions or countries. They may work for companies or be self-employed, and their job often involves long hours and time away from home. Truck drivers are also required to have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to operate these large vehicles legally.

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compound noun

mechanic

noun

a person whose job is repairing and maintaining motor vehicles and machinery

laborer

noun

eɪ

someone whose job includes heavy physical work that does not require much skill

logger

noun

a person who is skilled at chopping down trees for wood

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