Laborer Jobs in Norwood, 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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Maintenance Laborer & School Patrol - Temporary

  • Weymouth, MA (12 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Weymouth, MA (12 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

Maintenance Laborer & School Patrol Temporary This assignment begins immediately for approximately 12-15 weeks....

Laborer 2 Water, Sewer Division

  • Needham, MA (7 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Needham, MA (7 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Perform routine laboring duties of a skilled nature, alone or as part of a crew, such as digging, raking, weeding, lifting, carrying, grass cutting, fertilizing, planting, shoveling, removing brush...

General Laborer

  • Hudson, MA (22 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hudson, MA (22 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Water plants regularly to ensure a healthy and attractive inventory Perform weed-whacking and general landscaping maintenance around the yard Move, organize, and replenish inventory...

Tree Climber wanted

  • Grafton, MA (24 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Grafton, MA (24 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Tree Climber wanted Templeman Tree Service compensation: competitive wages with periodic bonuses employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Tree Climber Canidate should be able to...

Laborer 2, Water, Sewer, Drains

  • Needham, MA (7 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Needham, MA (7 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Perform routine laboring duties of a skilled nature, alone or as part of a crew, such as digging, raking, weeding, lifting, carrying, grass cutting, fertilizing, planting, shoveling, removing brush...

Laborer 2, Parks and Forestry

  • Needham, MA (7 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Needham, MA (7 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 4 days ago

, lifting, mowing and grass trimming, carrying, shoveling, and tree planting....

Landscape Construction Crew Leader (Walpole, MA)

  • Walpole, MA (3 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Walpole, MA (3 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 5 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...

Arborist Tree Climber

  • Concord, MA (21 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Concord, MA (21 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 5 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....

Arborist Tree Climber

  • Needham, MA (7 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Needham, MA (7 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 5 days ago

of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines + Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more + Operate as...

OMC Laborer

  • Chelsea, MA (17 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chelsea, MA (17 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Seasonal Laborer II-Cochituate

  • Wayland, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wayland, MA (15 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Seasonal Laborer II Cochituate State Park 06/29/25-11/01/25 About the Department of Conservation and Recreation\: The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse...

Landscaper

  • Franklin, MA (12 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (12 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Mowing, weed whacking, yard cleaning and planting. Looking to add the right person for new crews! Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. post id: ... [ ]...

Landscape Laborer

  • Cambridge, MA (14 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (14 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 13 days ago

un Landscape Laborer Sherman near Rindge compensation: $23-$26 hr employment type: job title: Landscape Laborer Seeking experienced landscaper with MA drivers license. At least 3 years experience....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Sharon, MA (4 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Sharon, MA (4 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 14 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...

Seasonal Laborer II (Revere Maintenance Facility)

  • Revere, MA (19 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Revere, MA (19 miles from Norwood, MA)
  • 14 days ago

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Seasonal Laborer II....

Demographic Data for Norwood, MA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Norwood, MA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.



Highest Education Level

Laborers in Norwood, MA 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 Norwood, 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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