Laborer Jobs in Ellicott City, MD

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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Licensed Pesticide Applicator - Landscaping

  • Ellicott City, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Ellicott City, MD
  • 1 day ago

Columbia Grounds Management, Inc., a Howard County based full service commercial landscape maintenance and snow removal company established in 1979, is seeking a reliable individual to provide high...

Landscaper Laborer

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Were looking for a Landscape Laborer. Can you picture yourself here?...

5hrs Yard Laborer w/ Tools for $160 Cash Pay - April 24 at 8 AM

  • Elkridge, MD (5 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elkridge, MD (5 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 4 days ago

un 5hrs Yard Laborer w/ Tools for $160 Cash Pay - April 24 at 8 AM (Elkridge) compensation: $160 for labor and tools Job Details: - Bush trimming - Make a small area for plantation - Mowing Tools Needed...

Tree Worker/Climber (14675, Grade HL6)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (22 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (22 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 5 days ago

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY. Do you enjoy working outside? Do you love climbing trees? Do you thrive as a leader in a team setting? If this sounds like you,...

Mowing Crew Gardeners

  • Gaithersburg, MD (22 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (22 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Gardener may contain the following duties and responsibilities: Mowing, trimming, trash/litter pick-up, Edging and fertilizing lawns Weeding and mulching landscape beds Trimming small trees, hedges...

READY Crew Leader

  • Columbia, MD (6 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (6 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 9 days ago

landscapes and rain gardens, in addition to performing maintenance and assessments of stream restoration projects, removing debris from waterways, and more....

Laborer I - Public Works

  • Laurel, MD (12 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Laurel, MD (12 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 9 days ago

and maintaining trees and landscaping....

Laborer - Parks And Grounds

  • Bowie, MD (19 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (19 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 11 days ago

The Parks and Grounds Division is now accepting applications for the position of Laborer....

Landscaping Lawn mowing Labor

  • Bowie, MD (19 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (19 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 18 days ago

un Landscaping Lawn mowing Labor (Bowie) image 1 of 2 compensation: Up to $25 per hour Unete a Nuestro Equipo!...

Farmworkers, Laborers and Crop

  • Woodstock, MD (7 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Woodstock, MD (7 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Duties may include tilling soil, transplanting, weeding, mulching, applying and removing row covers, thinning, or pruning crops; cleaning, packing, and loading harvested products....

Landscaping Labor or foreman

  • Bowie, MD (19 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 28 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (19 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 28 days ago

un Landscaping Labor or foreman (Bowie) LANDSCAPING compensation: up to $25 per hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Landscaping Foreman or Landscaping Labor Wanted Landscaping...

READY Crew Member

  • Columbia, MD (6 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 28 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (6 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 28 days ago

planting, and more Implement landscaping practices including planting, excavating, mulching, weeding, etc....

Lawn Applicator Fertilization

  • Bowie, MD (19 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 28 days ago
  • Bowie, MD (19 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 28 days ago

un Lawn Applicator Fertilization (Bowie) compensation: Up to $25 per hour Looking for someone with at least 2 years of experience applying fertilizer and doing lawn care Too Pay Benefits Bonus Commission...

Laborer II

  • Towson, MD (12 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 29 days ago
  • Towson, MD (12 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 29 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Site Maintenance (Seeding, mowing, erosion control etc.)...

READY Crew Leader

  • Glenwood, MD (12 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Glenwood, MD (12 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

the installation and maintenance of landscaping projects such as conservation landscapes and rain gardens, in addition to performing maintenance and assessments of stream restoration projects, removing...

Demographic Data for Ellicott City, MD

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Ellicott City, MD

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.

Highest Education Level

Laborers in Ellicott City, MD 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 Ellicott City, MD
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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