Laborer Jobs in Illinois

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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Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • Sullivan, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Sullivan, IL
  • 8 hours ago

at MMV Farm LLC in Sullivan, Illinois, United States Job Description DISCLAIMER: THIS JOB POSTING IS INTENDED ONLY FOR U.S. WORKERS LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. WE DO NOT...

Laborer Construction, Fountain & Pool Maintenance

  • Glencoe, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Glencoe, IL
  • 8 hours ago

at Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, Illinois, United States Job Description Title: Laborer Construction - Fountain & Pool Maintenance Exemption Status: Non-exempt Department: Facility Maintenance...

Part time Weekend Landscape helper needed,$17/Hr

  • Lake Bluff, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Bluff, IL
  • 3 days ago

For example, cutting grass, weeding, spring/fall cleanup, trimming around grass edging, power washing using my power washer, planting shrubs, trimming hedges, blowing leaves using my Stihl blower....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • Champaign, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 3 days ago

Workers will weed and volunteer corn plants for seed corn production fields....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • Green Valley, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Green Valley, IL
  • 3 days ago

at Del Norte Harvesting in Green Valley, Illinois, United States Job Description DISCLAIMER: THIS JOB POSTING IS INTENDED ONLY FOR U.S. WORKERS LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. WE...

Farmworkers and Laborers

  • Lawrenceville, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, IL
  • 3 days ago

$0.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Farmworkers and Laborers (Suppressed) Occupation: Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse Location: Lawrenceville, IL - 62439 Positions available...

General Tree Care - Climbers & Crew Leads

  • Warrenville, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Warrenville, IL
  • 4 days ago

Through our comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care we work hard to make sure our discerning customers have attractive, healthy and cared-for green spaces to enjoy....

8hrs Yard Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - April 22 at 10 AM

  • Saint Charles, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Charles, IL
  • 5 days ago

un 8hrs Yard Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - April 22 at 10 AM (St....

Morris Landscaper

  • Morris, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Morris, IL
  • 5 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Push wheelbarrows and operate pitchforks efficiently Mow lawns and trim using weed eaters Lay down mulch and edge landscape beds Perform general yard clean-up and maintenance Use...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • Farmington, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Farmington, IL
  • 7 days ago

, cultivating, pruning, harvesting and packing activities....

Landscaping Worker

  • Mundelein, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Mundelein, IL
  • 9 days ago

, including raking, mulching, and composting of leaves, removal of deadplant material, weeding, perennial plant cutbacks, landscape bed mulching, and pruning plants from the ground level using hand...

Landscapers

  • Wheeling, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 9 days ago

at JG COMPLETE LANDSCAPING SERVICES INC in Wheeling, Illinois, United States Job Description Care for established lawns/provide proper upkeep: mulching, aerating, weeding, watering, mowing, fertilizing...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 9 days ago

at Three G Trucking in Bloomington, Illinois, United States Job Description DISCLAIMER: THIS JOB POSTING IS INTENDED ONLY FOR U.S. WORKERS LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. WE DO...

General Laborer - Aviation

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

at City of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Description: BID / JOB ANNOUNCEMENT General Laborer Department of Aviation Facilities Section Number of Positions: 3 (Additional...

Work Now $40/hr $320/Day Handy Mover Cleaner Labor Helper & Trade Jobs

  • Richmond, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Richmond, IL
  • 10 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...

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Illinois

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 Illinois 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 Illinois
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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