Laborer Jobs in Mississippi

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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Trimmer (All Levels)

  • Booneville, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Booneville, MS
  • 2 days ago

This position provides tree trimming for assigned jobs by pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees....

Landscaper/Painters Helper

  • Meridian, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 6 days ago

**Responsibilities:**- **Landscaping Duties:** - Assist with landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, planting, watering, and maintaining garden beds. - Perform seasonal maintenance activities including...

Laborer

  • Long Beach, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Beach, MS
  • 7 days ago

Required experience includes knowledge and ability to run a weed eater and zero turn mower for extended periods of time. Other duties may vary....

Laborer (Construction/Landscaping) - Pascagoula, MS

  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 9 days ago
  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 9 days ago

Laborer (Construction/Landscaping) - Pascagoula, MS Pascagoula, MS Description Full-Time Laborer (Construction/Landscaping) Pay rate: $14.00 - $16.00 Valor Environmental is the largest full-service...

Looking for property preservation/maintenance crew -Same Day Payment

  • Crystal Springs, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • Crystal Springs, MS
  • 14 days ago

Looking for property preservation/maintenance crew -Same Day Payment (Crystal Springs) image 1 of 3 compensation: Same day payment via Cashapp, Zelle, Venmo, direct deposit. *Please respond with...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop

  • Morgan City, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morgan City, MS
  • 30+ days ago

$14.83 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop (Suppressed) Occupation: Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse Location: Morgan City, MS - 38946 Positions...

Farmworkers & Laborers, Crop, Nursery, Greenhouse

  • Shaw, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shaw, MS
  • 30+ days ago

$14.83 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Farmworkers & Laborers, Crop, Nursery, Greenhouse (Suppressed) Occupation: Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse Location: Shaw, MS - 38773...

Lawn Care Crew Member

  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

As a Lawn Care Crew Member, you'll be responsible for maintaining lawns and landscapes, performing tasks like mowing, edging, trimming and fertilizing....

Seasonal Crew Worker

  • Oxford, MS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 90+ days ago

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS Mows city right-of -ways Runs weed eater on sidewalks and curbs Operates lawn mowers Works on the Cemetery crew Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge: Knowledge of general...

Landscaper

  • Leland, MS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Leland, MS
  • 90+ days ago

Here's what you'd do: You'd create beautiful environments by providing landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and/or public properties....

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Mississippi

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 Mississippi offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.3%
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 Mississippi
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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