This is an awesome opportunity question for you to tell your story. And you get to create the narrative. You can say the easy answer of positions+company and walk through the years. OR (what I think is better) take advantage of a consistent line of activity that leads to the position for which you are interviewing. For example, you could say something like "I worked at XX Landscapers cutting grass, I worked for YY contractor painting houses, and I also did some light construction". OR you could say "I really enjoy working with my hands and achieving a really cool finished product that is nicer than whats expected in less time than what was expected - I have done this in landscaping, painting and construction. What really attracted me to this position is that I think I can apply all these proven skills to really outperform for you". See, the question is "what is your work experience" but the real underlying question is "why should I hire you?". This is a nice slow pitch down the middle of the plate. Highlight what you've done in the past with action verbs and with achievements - both of which are consistent with attributes you think the prospective employe will value.
Eric - when you run a business its called the "elevator pitch". Have a 20 story, 10 story and 3 story version of it (i.e. you can tell your story in the time it takes to go just 3 floors). You need to have it ready for the business of "Eric Fleck". Whats your story. short-medium-longer versions. And just make sure each leave the listener thinking "holy crap, I need to get this guy on my team". By the way, I don't see your profile filled out (please do so and all Jobcasers can be more helpful for you) - if you don't have any work experience or fitting experience, there is nothing wrong with a quick summary of what you have done with a strong appeal to what you are looking to achieve, and why you think this role fits your objectives and how you think you will add a lot of value for the employer.
Never take your eye off the ball - which is to explain to the employer/interviewer how you will make his firm better and/or his life easier by hiring you! Good luck - and make sure you look forward to getting that question - its an AWESOME OPPORTUNITY!!!! Fred

t’s a combination of all the above. Hiring managers or recruiters ask this question to get a understanding of your work background, experience, and skills in order to determine if you will be a good candidate for the job. You should be able to verbalize in summary the information listed on your resume (company, years worked, and duties or responsibilities). Try to be as specific and descriptive as possible.