For the purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act, a laborer would be classified as

While some laborers may possess specific skills, the term "skilled employee" generally refers to workers who have advanced training or education, allowing them to perform more specialized tasks. Laborers, particularly those performing manual or routine tasks, often do not meet the criteria for skilled employment under the FLSA.

Although many laborers might be considered unskilled, this classification does not align with the FLSA's definition of nonexempt status. Unskilled workers can still fall under the nonexempt category, which encompasses both skilled and unskilled laborers who are entitled to the same wage protections.

Exempt employees under the FLSA are typically those who meet specific criteria for salary and job duties, such as executive, administrative, or professional roles. Laborers do not fall under this category, as they are not exempt from minimum wage and overtime provisions, thus reinforcing their classification as nonexempt employees.