Laborer Jobs in Newton, MA

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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Landscape labors

  • Franklin, MA (21 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Franklin, MA (21 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

Landscape labors (Franklin mass) Dfinlaylandscape compensation: Based on experience employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Labor Lawn mowing weed wacking Principals only...

OMC Laborer

  • Chelsea, MA (8 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chelsea, MA (8 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

DIVISION: Operations DEPARTMENT: Pipe Maintenance - Wastewater UNION/GRADE: Unit 2/Grade 13 TO VIEW OUR BENEFITS PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK! - BASIC PURPOSE: Performs routine and skilled manual...

Groundskeeper / Landscaper

  • Sudbury, MA (12 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sudbury, MA (12 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The position requires the applicant to have an in-depth knowledge of landscaping, horticulture and sports turf management....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Hudson, MA (18 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hudson, MA (18 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Hoe, thin and weed by hand. Install irrigation equipment. Perform harvesting related tasks that require bending and lifting....

Landscaper

  • Marlborough, MA (18 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (18 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Landscaper - Solar Fields** **Pay:** **$25-$27/hour** **Locations: 45 minute radius of Marlborough, MA** **Job Description** We are looking for two candidates to join our site maintenance crew for the...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Sharon, MA (16 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sharon, MA (16 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Duties may include but are not limited to, tilling the soil, applying fertilizer, transplanting, weeding, thinning, pruning, applying general use pesticides under the supervision of a licensed applicator...

Experienced Landscaper for raking some leaves, mulching

  • Wilmington, MA (14 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (14 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

un Experienced Landscaper for raking some leaves, mulching (Wilmington) compensation: 25.00 cash paid Need help with raking leaves, some mulching, cleaning and sweeping under deck and garage....

General Laborer Wanted Join Our Landscaping Team

  • Newton, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 4 days ago

General Laborer Wanted - Join Our Landscaping Team Lamacchia Landscape Construction compensation: Competitive, based on experience employment type: job title: Crew Member We're Hiring!...

$20-25/hr Labor gig (looking for laborer)

  • Boxford, MA (23 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boxford, MA (23 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

un $20-25/hr Labor gig (looking for laborer) (Boxford) compensation: $20-25/hr I have several small gig/yard work/projects around my house and looking for a laborer (one person, not a crew, not a company...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Needham, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Needham, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

1 Full Time Seasonal H-2A Jobs available 06/30/2025 - 12/15/2025.Workers will need 1 months experience in all aspects of vegetable production. Duties include, but may not be limited to, the...

Seasonal Laborer/Trades Assistants, Public Works

  • Needham, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Needham, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Position Title No. of Vacancies Department/Division Age Restriction Laborer 4 DPW Water & Sewer Div. must be 16 Laborer 2 DPW Engineering must be 16 Laborer 1 DPW Fleet Div. must be 16 Laborer 2...

Lawn Crew Leader

  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (3 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Lawn Crew Leader Sherman near Rindge compensation: $23-$26 hr employment type: job title: Lawn Crew Leader Looking for a lawn crew leader. Must have MA drivers license and 2-3 years experience....

Groundperson/ Tree Climber Trainee

  • Belmont, MA (2 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Belmont, MA (2 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

& Life Insurance 401K plan with employer matching Support for achieving licenses/ certifications - CDL, Hydraulics, OSHA, MCA, MCLP Year-round employment option Work Location: On the road Waverly Landscape...

Landscape laborer, full time or part time

  • Tewksbury, MA (17 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (17 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Landscape laborer, full time or part time (Tewksbury) compensation: $18-$22 per hr employment type: job title: Landscape laborer Landscape laborer for spring cleanups, mulching, mowing and weed whacking.prunning...

Landscape Maintenance Crew Member

  • Natick, MA (9 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Natick, MA (9 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Crewmember must be able to handle day-to-day operations including spring and fall cleanups, mulching, the use of commercial mowing equipment, weeding, planting and other small construction projects....

Demographic Data for Newton, MA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Newton, MA

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 Newton, MA 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 Newton, MA
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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