Laborer Jobs in Kentucky

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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Landfill Laborer

  • Ashland, KY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Ashland, KY
  • 12 hours ago

7:00AM-5:00PM M-F A Landfill Laborers is responsible for general upkeep and maintenance of the facility grounds....

Facilities Labor Supervisor

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago

Three (3) years of cleaning office buildings and restrooms; vacuuming, shampooing, waxing and polishing floors; or grounds maintenance; operating mowing and related equipment, and hand-held landscaping...

Facilities Labor Supervisor

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago

Three (3) years of cleaning office buildings and restrooms; vacuuming, shampooing, waxing and polishing floors; or grounds maintenance; operating mowing and related equipment, and hand-held landscaping...

$500 Bonus $40/hr Handy Mover Cleaner Junk Labor Helper Painter & More

  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 3 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...

Enhancement Crew Leader (Louisville) Driver's License Required for this role.

  • Louisville, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 13 days ago

You might be a good fit if you have: 2 Years plus of landscape install experience 1 year (minimum) experience managing 2+ person crew At least one year of experience in lawn care and landscaping a must...

Landscaper (Direct Report to a facility in Covington, KY)

  • Covington, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Covington, KY
  • 15 days ago

Heres what youd do: Youd create beautiful environments by providing landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and/or public properties....

Farm and Landscape Labor

  • Lexington, KY
  • 18 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 18 days ago

Brush cutting,Weed Eating, Mulching, planting trees/shrubs and flowers. post id: ... [ ]...

Landscaper Maintenance

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 21 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 21 days ago

Job Duties for a Landscaper include but are not limited to: Landscape and maintain ground, Perform scheduled lawn mowing, trimming, weeding, fertilizing, tree and shrub pruning, repair, and reseeding...

Golf Course Laborer

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 23 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 23 days ago

eating Mowing Trimming of bushes, tree lines etc Picking up and removing trash/debris from golf course Must be able to work in all weather related conditions...

Laborer, Track

  • Henderson, KY
  • 25 days ago
  • Henderson, KY
  • 25 days ago

Assist with weed control and mowing as directed. Assist with the cleanliness of the property by picking up and dispose of trash. Assist with picking up and maintain all manure pits....

Trimmer

  • Winchester, KY
  • 29 days ago
  • Winchester, KY
  • 29 days ago

Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems + Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers....

Landscape Helper

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 30+ days ago

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Lead the charge in maintaining beautiful landscapes by managing watering, weeding, mowing, pruning, and fertilizing tasks....

Laborer, Stable

  • Oak Grove, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oak Grove, KY
  • 30+ days ago

FUNCTION The Stable Laborer is responsible for cleaning and maintaining barn stalls, shed rows and grounds....

Enhancement Landscape Laborer (Louisville)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago

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

Landscape Crew Driver

  • Alexandria, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alexandria, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Duties include mowing, trimming, and pruning to ensure the exterior environment remains pristine. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Kentucky

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 Kentucky offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.1%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.4%
Master's Degree
4.5%
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 Kentucky
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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