Laborer Jobs in Kalamazoo, 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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General Laborer Weekly Pay

  • TruGreen
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 11 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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Landscape Construction Crew Leader

  • DJ's Landscape Management
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 17 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 17 days ago

Landscape Construction Crew Leader Landscape Construction and Enhancement Team Members complete landscape installation and construction projects....

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Landscaper (Portage) - Immediate Start

  • BrightView Holdings, Inc.
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 21 days ago

Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing....

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Site Supervisor / Crew Leader (Direct Report Battle Creek)

  • BrightView Landscapes
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

BrightView Landscapes is Hiring an Site Superrvisor / Crew Leader in Portage, MI!...

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Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse - Trabajadores agricolas y obreros, cultivos, viveros e invernaderos

  • Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity
  • Gobles, MI (16 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gobles, MI (16 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

27 farmworkers are needed to work in Van Buren County, Michigan, harvesting and packing blueberries. Workers will perform hand harvesting and packing duties, including picking blueberries,...

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Nursery/Greenhouse Workers - Trabajadores de vivero / invernadero

  • Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 45+ days ago

Duties include transplanting, labeling, loading and unloading plants on production lines, weeding, removing debris, cleaning equipment, maintaining trellises, caring for young trees (including pruning...

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Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop

  • Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity
  • Marcellus, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Marcellus, MI (20 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

We need (28) farmworker to complete the following activities Field Preparation, Plant watermelons plants and weeding the fields....

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Landscaping Site Crew Leader - (Direct report in Battle Creek) - Chauffeurs License REQUIRED

  • BrightView
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

If your resume does not show LANDSCAPING CREW LEADER EXPERIENCE; your Application WILL BE REJECTED - make sure your Landscaping experience and Landscaping Crew Leader work experience is on your resume...

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Landscaping Site Crew Leader - (Direct report in Battle Creek) - Chauffeur's License REQUIRED

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

If your resume does not show LANDSCAPING CREW LEADER EXPERIENCE; your Application WILL BE REJECTED - make sure your Landscaping experience and Landscaping Crew Leader work experience is on your resume...

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Landscaping Site Crew Leader - (Direct report in Portage) - Chauffeur's License REQUIRED

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

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

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General Labor/Groundskeeper - Verona Pumping Station

  • City of Battle Creek (MI)
  • Battle Creek, MI (16 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (16 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

Skill in using lawn care, cleaning, and snow removal equipment....

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Painter/General Laborer - Streets

  • City of Battle Creek (MI)
  • Battle Creek, MI (16 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (16 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

General Labor staff will perform labor in landscaping/grounds maintenance, as well as operating a truck or light power-driven equipment in the downtown area....

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Enhancement Crew Leader (Portage)

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Education and Experience: 2+ years of landscape install experience Minimum 1 year of experience in lawn care and landscaping; supervisory experience desired....

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Demographic Data for Kalamazoo, MI

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Kalamazoo, 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 Kalamazoo, MI 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 Kalamazoo, 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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