Laborer Jobs in Collinsville, IL

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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Full Time Skilled Parks Laborer

  • Fairview Heights, IL (6 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fairview Heights, IL (6 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

City of Fairview Heights Job Description Skilled Parks Laborer Position involves the maintenance of City Parks and Municipal Complex grounds as well as various construction projects and other special...

Laborer (On Call) - Greensfelder Recreation Complex

  • Clayton, MO (19 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Clayton, MO (19 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

sod; spreading fertilizer or herbicides; and pruning or trimming trees, hedges, and shrubs....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • Highland, IL (17 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Highland, IL (17 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Corn Rogueing & Weeding: Workers will walk seed fields to identify and remove rogue plants and discarding them as directed....

Landscape Laborer

  • Florissant, MO (23 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Florissant, MO (23 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Responsibilities include cutting using riding mower, weed eat, blow area, mulch, trim bushes and raise tree canopy, fertilize, digging dirt, put in landscape patio, retaining walls, snow removal using...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • Caseyville, IL (4 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Caseyville, IL (4 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Around the farm, duties may includesorting, packing, mowing, cleaning horseradish equipment or packingsheds, especially if weather delays field activities....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • Belleville, IL (15 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Belleville, IL (15 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Pre-harvest activities for may include staking,tying, transplanting, and pruning....

Parks Asphalt Crew (Maintenance Driver Lead and Construction Supervisor)

  • Clayton, MO (19 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Clayton, MO (19 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Description The St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation Asphalt Crew is growing and currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team. The starting salary range for these...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • East Saint Louis, IL (9 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • East Saint Louis, IL (9 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 29 days ago

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse in Saint Louis , Illinois This job was posted by : For more information, please see: DISCLAIMER: THIS JOB POSTING IS INTENDED ONLY FOR U.S....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • Staunton, IL (24 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Staunton, IL (24 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Duties may include tilling soil, applying fertilizers, mowing, transplanting, weeding, thinning, or pruning crops, and cleaning, grading, packing, and loading harvested product....

Grounds Laborer

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications Minimum of one year of experience with landscape maintenance, including push and commercial street sweepers, power brooms or sweepers, trimmers, edgers, snow removal equipment, and salt...

Parks Maintenance Crew (Maintenance Worker I & Laborer On Call)

  • Clayton, MO (19 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Clayton, MO (19 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

sod; spreading fertilizer or herbicides; and pruning or trimming trees, hedges, and shrubs....

Landscaper

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

You'd be responsible for: Cutting turf, trimming and edging along borders, and blowing using power equipment Pruning shrubs and low trees to improve the growth habit or remove damaged branches Planting...

Seasonal Unskilled Parks Laborer

  • Fairview Heights, IL (6 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fairview Heights, IL (6 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

maintenance work Assist in basic routine maintenance of such equipment Water, repair, and fertilize lawns, plant and prune trees and shrubs, rake leaves and clean walks, fields, courts, and other facilities...

Tree Trimmer (Trainee)

  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (12 miles from Collinsville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Bi-Weekly Pay Rate: %241,274Salary: %2433,124Position Grade: 10GDepartment: Forestry DivisionJob Type: Full-Time (Permanent)Location: Multiple - St. Louis, MOExamination Number: EX1127%3Cspan...

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Collinsville, IL

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 Collinsville, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.6%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
Associate's Degree
10.2%
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 Collinsville, IL
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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