Laborer Jobs in Detroit, MI

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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Wintegrity

General Labor

  • Wintegrity
  • Belleville, MI (24 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wintegrity
  • Belleville, MI (24 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: General Labor Picking and sorting of scrap metals Must be comfortable bending, reaching, and lifting up to 20lbs consistently Must be able to stand up to 10 hours Cleaning areas...

Landscape Laborer - Maintenance

  • Romulus, MI (17 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Romulus, MI (17 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Beautify properties by pulling weeds, watering, removing trash, trimming, edging, pruning, hedging, and blowing leaves and debris using different pieces of landscape equipment....

Lawn Care -Landscape Crew Members

  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago

Kevin All Season is looking for highly motivated people to join our company. Team oriented people that like to work outdoors, that are highly motivated and Dependable. There are positions...

Operations Laborer

  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Operations Laborer is responsible for safely and efficiently performing general labor duties at a hauling company, transfer station, recycling center or landfill....

Landfill Laborer

  • New Boston, MI (22 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Boston, MI (22 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: A Laborer is responsible for safely and efficiently performing general labor duties at a hauling company, transfer station, recycling center or landfill....

Laborer

  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 2 days ago

This position works as a laborer in the grounds section of Facilities Management Service at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center in Detroit, MI....

FULL TIME Industrial Warehouse Laborer Wanted - Start ASAP

  • Hamtramck, MI (2 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hamtramck, MI (2 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 3 days ago

, weed wacking and a variety of things to be done around the warehouses....

Experience Landscaper's needed

  • Detroit, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 3 days ago

I am a small landscaping company looking for someone with experience with commercial lawn mowers and weed wipping must have a driver's license....

Lawn Cutting Crew Member

  • Utica, MI (22 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Utica, MI (22 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Looking to add a crew member that will whip, edge and blow lawns. Work days are Tues, Wed, Thurs. pay based on experience. Looking for someone that is reliable and ready to work. Please email your...

Tree Climber

  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Through our comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care we work hard to make sure our discerning customers have attractive, healthy and cared-for green spaces to enjoy....

Landscaper (Detroit)

  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days ago

Heres what youd do: Youd create beautiful environments by providing landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and/or public properties....

Landscaping and Groundskeeping Worker

  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Duties may include sod laying, mowing, trimming/pruning trees, shrubs and plants, watering plants & lawns, plant transplanting, fertilizing, digging, raking, sprinkler installation....

Commercial Landscape Crew Lead Flat Rock, MI

  • Flat Rock, MI (20 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Flat Rock, MI (20 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 9 days ago

Properly plant, trim, mow, weed, mulch, fertilize and so much more. Learn to diagnose insect, disease, and cultural/environmental turf and shrub conditions....

Union Laborer (Dearborn, MI) Local 1191

  • Dearborn, MI (6 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI (6 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 16 days ago

(mulch, fertilizer, etc.) Ability to load/unload burlaps with plant cuttings onto trailer (up to 50 lbs.)...

Crew Leader - Maintenance

  • Romulus, MI (17 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Romulus, MI (17 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 21 days ago

profile customers, worksites, and landscape results -A company that values and appreciates YOU Requirements Legal authorization to work in the United States Experience managing a crew consisting of laborers...

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Detroit, MI

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 Detroit, MI 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 Detroit, MI
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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