Laborer Jobs in Leawood, KS

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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Park Landscaper

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 12 days ago

Other duties may include Overseeing the care of flowers, shrubs, trees, and turf which involves fertilizing, watering, pruning, mowing, planting, and pest control....

Landscaper/Lawn Cleanup

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 16 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 16 days ago

Landscaper/Lawn Cleanup compensation: $22-$25/hour depending on equipment Looking for a landscaper with own tools to clean up lawns, trim trees, branches and cut down vines for residential homes....

Trimmer Trainee Olathe, KS

  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 16 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 16 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....

Mowing Crew $20+/hr

  • Lees Summit, MO (14 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 26 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (14 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 26 days ago

Mowing Crew $20+/hr (Lee's Summit) pine valley lawn & landscape compensation: 20+ Per Hour employment type: job title: Mowing Crew Members We are looking to add to our mowing crew....

5hrs Yard Laborer Needed for $100 Cash Pay -June 1 at 9:30 AM

  • Leawood, KS
  • 27 days ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 27 days ago

5hrs Yard Laborer Needed for $100 Cash Pay -June 1 at 9:30 AM (Leawood) compensation: $20 per hour Job Details: - Planting - Trimming trees - Gardening - An additional yard task will be provided on...

Bridge Crew Trainee

  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulder; removes litter and debris from roadways, including debris from flooding to ensure roadways are passable; performs roadside landscaping work, such as mowing...

Bridge Crew Specialist

  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulder; removes litter and debris from roadways, including debris from flooding to ensure roadways are passable; performs roadside landscaping work, such as mowing...

Experienced Arborist Tree Climber Olathe, KS

  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olathe, KS (11 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients....

Landscaper / Truck Driver (Lenexa/Kansas City)

  • Lenexa, KS (5 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (5 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 60+ days ago

Must be able to operate various lawn care machinery including mowers, edgers, backpack blowers. Must be able to operate various vehicles, with or without trailers....

Arborist/ Tree Pruner

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 60+ days ago

Assist in completing pruning work on client properties. Including but not limited to, Tree Pruning, Tree Removal, Shrub pruning, Mulch installation, and Stump grinding....

Landscaper (Part Time)

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 60+ days ago

Weeding, mulching, trimming, leaf clean-up, and general landscape preparation/maintenance. Irrigation and supplementary watering....

Vegetation Pesticide Applicator - Kansas

  • Kansas City, KS (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (10 miles from Leawood, KS)
  • 90+ days ago

TowerMRL, LLC. has an immediate need for Vegetation/Inspection Technicians to work on long term projects in the Midwest. This is a permanent position and enrollment in company benefits at the end...

Demographic Data for Leawood, KS

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Leawood, KS

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.



Highest Education Level

Laborers in Leawood, KS offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.4%
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 Leawood, KS
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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