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 laborer needed

  • Braintree, MA (13 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Braintree, MA (13 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

un Landscape laborer needed compensation: $18 + depends on experience Small company looking to add to crew. Must speak english. Must be knowledgeable of line trimmers, blowers and mowers....

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General Laborer Weekly Pay

  • TruGreen
  • Chelmsford, MA (18 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (18 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

As a Residential Lawn Care Specialist, you'll be both a skilled technician and a turf whisperer, breathing life into lawns while earning the trust of homeowners who take pride in their outdoor spaces...

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Experienced Landscapers Wanted!

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

We are looking for reliable candidates with at least 1 year of general landscaping experience, including but not limited to: Lawn mowing Spring and fall clean-ups Mulch installation Lawn reseeding Sod...

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$25 Per Hour For Experienced Landscapers This Morning

  • Holliston, MA (17 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Holliston, MA (17 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

$25 per hour for experienced landscapers this morning compensation: $25 per hour $25 per hour for experienced landscapers. Landscaping work going on this morning. Early a.m. start....

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General Labor/Light Landscaping

  • Winchester, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Winchester, MA (6 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

General Labor/Light Landscaping compensation: Based on Experience employment type: job title: General Labor/Light Landscaping General Laborer / Property Operations We are a property management company...

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Part time Property Maintenance and Landscape Assistant South Shore

  • West End Property Management
  • Rockland, MA (20 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rockland, MA (20 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

We prefer someone some landscaping or maintenance experience. Reliable transportation a must. Position available immediately. Could lead to full time employment. Principals only....

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Landscape Workers All positions

  • Stoughton, MA (16 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (16 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Mow crews & foremen Enhancement crews Hardscape crews Tree crew Landscape Construction crews Snow shovelers, plow drivers and equipment operators We speak English, Portuguese and Spanish Principals...

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Skilled Tree climbers & Laborers

  • Keith's Tree Service
  • Wakefield, MA (11 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wakefield, MA (11 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Skilled Tree climbers & Laborers Well established Tree Service company seeking skilled tree climbers and laborers....

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Preconstruction Assistant for Commercial Landscape Construction compan

  • Hynes Landscaping Inc.
  • Stoughton, MA (16 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (16 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Preconstruction Assistant for Commercial Landscape Construction compan Hynes Landscaping Inc. compensation: tbd employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Pre-construction assistant Hynes...

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Landscaping laborers needed

  • Lowell, MA (21 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (21 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 9 days ago

un Landscaping laborers needed (Lowell) compensation: Based on experience Looking for some help doing spring clean ups in Lowell....

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Landscape Construction Position

  • Mac's Landscaping
  • Billerica, MA (14 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (14 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 9 days ago

: *Must have multiple years experience *Must have valid MA driver's license *Necessary skills include - Spring cleanup, grading, pruning, edging, raking, mulching, etc *Winter snow plowing Serious applicants...

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Landscape Maintenance Crew Member

  • Norwell, MA (23 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Norwell, MA (23 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 9 days ago

mulching etc... * experience with operating landscape maintenance equipment such as a weed wacker, backpack blower & walker mower is preferred * able to work in all outdoor weather conditions. * reliable...

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Landscape Maintenance Crew Member

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

un Landscape Maintenance Crew Member (Weston) compensation: Based on experience employment type: job title: Landscape maintenance crew member Property maintenance company looking for motivated individual...

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Crew Lead

  • Resource Options Inc.
  • Hopkinton, MA (19 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hopkinton, MA (19 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Representative positions include carpenters, electricians, laborers, pipefitters, plumbers, OSHA 40 technicians, CDL drivers, lab pack chemists, HEO's, w/ww operators, analytical chemists, environmental...

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Landscaper

  • Sullivan Lawn Service
  • North Easton, MA (20 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • North Easton, MA (20 miles from Newton, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Immediate need for a full time experienced landscaper. Must have own transportation. Text or email contact information / experience....

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Demographic Data for Newton, MA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Newton, MA

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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
43.5%
Bachelor's Degree
21.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.5%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some High School
3.0%
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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