Laborer Jobs in Sparta, 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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Farmworker/Laborer - Trabajador agricola

  • Sparta, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Sparta, MI
  • 1 day ago

Workers will paint tree trunks and posts, weed farm areas, stake trees, plant, and perform other hand tasks to establish and maintain orchard areas....

Landscaping and Groundskeeping Worker

  • Grand Rapids, MI (13 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (13 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 1 day ago

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

Nursery workers/ Trabajador de Viveros

  • Allendale, MI (17 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Allendale, MI (17 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Workers will also complete tasks associated with general farm work, including but not limited to transplanting, applying fertilizer, weeding, pruning, hoeing, and installing and maintaining irrigation...

Laborer Landscape

  • Grandville, MI (19 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Grandville, MI (19 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 3 days ago

.** Number of job openings to be filled: 43 **THREE: Job Opportunity** Job Title: Laborer -- Landscape OES Code/OES Title: 37-3011 Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers Duties: Under close supervision...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop - Trabajadores agricolas y obreros agricolas, cultivos

  • Howard City, MI (19 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Howard City, MI (19 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 3 days ago

General maintenance tasks will include mowing, weed eating, fence repair, painting nursery buildings, and other upkeep of lawns, gardens, greenhouses, fields, and farm buildings....

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

  • East Grand Ra, MI (15 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • East Grand Ra, MI (15 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 10 days 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...

Landscape Construction Crew Member

  • Comstock Park, MI (5 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Comstock Park, MI (5 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Landscape Construction Crew Member Landscape Construction and Enhancement Team Members complete landscape installation and construction projects. As aCrew Member,you willwork to gain the...

Seasonal Watering Crew Member

  • Grand Rapids, MI (13 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (13 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Seasonal Watering Crew Member We're looking for someone that has a passion for growing flowers and caring for plants! The Seasonal Watering crew member will drive the water truck to all contracted...

Grounds/General Labor Support

  • Grand Rapids, MI (13 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (13 miles from Sparta, MI)
  • 21 days ago

/pruning plants Changing out light bulbs Snow removal during winter months Schedule & Pay: 1st shift, 8:00am-4:30pm, plus OT as needed $16.00 HR Grounds- General Labor Support Qualifications: Valid...

Demographic Data for Sparta, MI

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Sparta, 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 Sparta, 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 Sparta, 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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