Laborer Jobs in La Jolla, CA

A Laborer in the landscaping industry is responsible for the physical labor involved in landscaping work. Their duties typically include mowing lawns, trimming trees and shrubs, planting flowers, applying pesticides and fertilizers, and maintaining gardens. They may also be responsible for tasks such as installing sprinkler systems or laying sod. A Laborer must be physically fit and capable of doing heavy lifting, bending, kneeling, and working in various weather conditions. They must also have a good understanding of plants and their care, as well as the ability to operate and maintain various landscaping tools and equipment.

There are no specific certifications required for a Landscaping Laborer, but having a Certified Landscape Technician (CLT) or a Certified Professional Horticulturist (CPH) accreditation could be advantageous. These certifications can demonstrate a higher level of knowledge and expertise in the landscaping field. Experience in a related field is beneficial. Prior to becoming a Laborer, an individual could hold roles such as a Groundskeeper, Gardener, or a Nursery Worker. These positions provide relevant experience and skills that would be valuable in a landscaping laborer role.

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Experienced Tree Climbers Needed

  • Spring Valley, CA (16 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Spring Valley, CA (16 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • moments ago

un Experienced Tree Climbers Needed (Spring Valley) compensation: Per job Must have own gear and pictures of past work Professionals needed. Easy to work with no one that has a bad mouth cursing...

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Tree Climbers - Arboleros - Rameros

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Your role will involve safely pruning and trimming trees by removing dead, diseased, or obstructive branches to enhance their structure, health, and appearance in the San Diego area....

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Landscape Laborer

  • Escondido, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Escondido, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Landscape Laborer at various locations such as residential, commercial, park and golf course locations....

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Crew member

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • Vista, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Vista, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing Perform weeding by hand or using a garden hoe or hula hoe Perform basic, preventative maintenance to extend the life of equipment Properly remove trash...

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Experienced Landscaping Day Laborer/ Trabajador de Jardineria

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Jose @ JD Landscape Gracias, Jose Diaz...

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Landscaper III/Driver to CL (Escondido, CA)

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing....

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Landscaper III/Driver to CL (FRMT Poway)

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing....

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landscape helper needed- FILLED

  • Encinitas, CA (12 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA (12 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago

un landscape helper needed- FILLED (cardiff) birmignham near freda compensation: negotiable We found someone thank you, no need to apply. ad is coming down now....

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New Positions open - Greenhouse labor

  • San Marcos, CA (22 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Marcos, CA (22 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Duties may include working with vertical plants, perform routine daily maintenance on crops, working with hands for extended periods, propagation, transplant, prune, harvest fruit, weeding, plant irrigation...

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Landscaper / Yard Clean Up Near 52nd St & University

  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Must have Weed Whacker, Garden Rake, Blower, Branch Cutters and a Truck to haul everything. 2 to 4 hours work depending on how good/efficient you are....

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Landscaper III/Driver (SD Central)

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing....

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Greenhouse Worker

  • Staffmark
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Carlsbad, CA (20 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Now hiring Greenhouse Worker Location Carlsbad, CA Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour Shift: 6:00 AM Start Time Put in the Work, Reap the Rewards: General Laborer - Greenhouses Wanted....

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Landscaper

  • General Atomics
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Assists in planning and designing changes or modifications to landscape....

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Tree Climber ( 47340 Miramar)

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

direct sunlight for extended periods of time Requires protective clothing and personal devices: Eye protection, safety vest, gloves, hard hat, ear plugs, long sleeved shirts, and work boots Brightview Landscapes...

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Landscaper III ( Miramar 47340)

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (10 miles from La Jolla, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing....

In Person

Demographic Data for La Jolla, CA

Moving to La Jolla, CA? Find some basic demographic data about La Jolla, CA below.


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Salary for Laborer Jobs in La Jolla, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.



Highest Education Level

Laborers in La Jolla, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.5%
Bachelor's Degree
21.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.5%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some High School
3.0%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Laborers in La Jolla, CA
1-2 years
39.9%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
None
17.0%
4-6 years
3.5%
10+ years
3.2%
2-4 years
0.8%


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