Laborer Jobs in Rutland, 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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Laborer

  • Millbury, MA (16 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Millbury, MA (16 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

title: Laborer Upper Blackstone Clean Water is a MA Grade 7 Wastewater Treatment Plant in Millbury, currently accepting resumes for a Laborer....

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

  • Worcester, MA (11 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (11 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 2 hours 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...

Skilled Laborer I (Construction Services)

  • Amherst, MA (24 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Amherst, MA (24 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 1 day ago

About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access,...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Stow, MA (23 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stow, MA (23 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 1 day ago

apple & peach trees, weeding, thinning, spraying, irrigating, mowing, harvesting, grading, packing....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Lunenburg, MA (18 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lunenburg, MA (18 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 6 days ago

May Perform any combination of tasks using shovels, hoes, pruning shears, saws, ladders and include applying fertilizer, transplanting, weeding, thinning, pruning, picking, cleaning, sorting fruit and...

General Laborer

  • Hudson, MA (21 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hudson, MA (21 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 7 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 (18 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Grafton, MA (18 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 8 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...

Golf Course Mower/Laborer

  • Holden, MA (6 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Holden, MA (6 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 8 days ago

General laborer, weed-whacking, bunker maintenance, train on mowing equipment to mow tees, greens, fairways. Golf for free when your work day ends....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Harvard, MA (20 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Harvard, MA (20 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 13 days ago

, weeding, thinning, spraying or apply general use pesticides or restricted use pesticides under the direct supervision of a certified applicator, irrigating, mowing and harvesting....

General Laborers

  • Belchertown, MA (23 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Belchertown, MA (23 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 17 days ago

Job description Local manufacturing company seeking out General Laborers on their 1st shift!...

Highway Laborer

  • Ashburnham, MA (18 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Ashburnham, MA (18 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 17 days ago

The Town of Ashburnham Department of Public works is accepting applications for a full time, 40 hours/week, (must be available to work occasional Saturdays) Highway Laborer to work M-F 7:00 AM to 3:...

Seasonal Laborer - Water & Sewer Division

  • Shrewsbury, MA (14 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (14 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 20 days ago

Seasonal Laborer - Water & Sewer Division Weekly Hours: Seasonal, 40 Hours/Week Title: Seasonal Laborer Department: DPW - Water & Sewer Division Assignment Duration: Immediately through September Supervisor...

Landscapers Needed

  • Shrewsbury, MA (14 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (14 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 21 days ago

un Landscapers Needed compensation: depends on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Landscaper Landscapers Needed Must have valid drivers licence and general...

General Laborer- Full time/ OT available

  • Millbury, MA (16 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Millbury, MA (16 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Landscaping- mowing, weed whacking, etc. Painting containers, equipment etc....

Seasonal Laborer I-Otter River/Lake Dennison

  • Baldwinville, MA (16 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Baldwinville, MA (16 miles from Rutland, MA)
  • 22 days ago

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for Seasonal Laborer I. Location\: Otter River SF /Lake Dennison Rec....

Demographic Data for Rutland, MA

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Rutland, 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 Rutland, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.2%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.4%
Master's Degree
4.4%
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 Rutland, 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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