Laborer Jobs in San Diego, 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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General Labor/Driver 2-4hrs a week $20hr

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Here is an example of some of the things I need done: Mow the lawn, weed, pruning, clean pool, paint a bedroom, paint a closet, clean and organize my tools and garage, hang new garage lights, wash my...

Need a professional gardener/ landscaper

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Need weed fabric laid, weeding done, some plants planted, etc. PLEASE SEND PHOTOS OF YOUR WORK!!!!!!!!!!...

Experienced Landscaping Day Laborer/ Trabajador de Jardineria

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

We are looking to hire an experienced landscaping Day Labor in the San Diego area. Ideal candidates will have the potential for Driver Foreman position with higher pay and must be willing to start...

Landscaper

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 12 days ago

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted...

Trimmer Trainee San Diego

  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago

Operate as a member of a tree crew while progressively learning new skills Learn to perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients....

Landscape helper

  • Spring Valley, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Spring Valley, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 21 days ago

un Landscape helper (Spring Valley) compensation: $20-$30 per hour Mowing, edging, hedging, raking, blowing & irrigation. All around grounds keeping. Starting pay $20.00 per Hr....

Landscaper (SD Central) - Accepting Applications for Summer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 23 days ago

Here's what you'd do: You'd create beautiful environments by providing landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and/or public properties....

Tree Trimmer

  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 24 days ago

THE CITY: National Citys multi-cultural population, mild climate and central location make National City a great place to live and work. The City takes great pride in its rich history and...

Daily Work/Pay $40/hr Handy Mover Cleaner Demo Labor Helper Trade Jobs

  • San Diego, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 28 days ago

care, mowing, gardening, gardener, arborist, aeration, job, weed control, edging, fertilization, seeding, clean up, leaf removal, leaves, garden, lawns, landscaping, landscaper, landscape job, mower...

Temporary fire sprinkler fitter/ general labor

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Canada, El Cajon, CA 92021 compensation: 26.00 employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Fire sprinkler fitter Looking for temporary temporary fire sprinker fitters and skilled general laborers...

Landscaper

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

, trimming, pruning, mowing, edging, and weed control Pick up trash and wash exterior areas Remove and/or replace any dead or dying plants, flowers, or shrubs Operate gas and electric carts, forklift...

HRS Temp Landscape Laborer/Habitat Restoration Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

The work varies each day, but can include: vegetation management, weed removal, installing and maintaining plants, and installing and repairing irrigation systems....

Experieneced Landscaping Maintenance Crew Leader (SD Central)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Description At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be...

Enhancement Landscape Laborer

  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Serve as backup to interior, landscaping maintenance, gardening, irrigation technology and grounds person job or job function....

Temp Landscape Laborer/Habitat Restoration Technician

  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago

The work varies each day, but can include: vegetation management, weed removal, installing and maintaining plants, and installing and repairing irrigation systems....

Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in San Diego, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLandscaping research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.



Highest Education Level

Laborers in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.3%
Master's Degree
4.3%
Some High School
3.1%
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 San Diego, 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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