Laborer Jobs in Dover, NJ

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.

1-15 of 18 Jobs

Tree Climber

  • Wyckoff, NJ (20 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wyckoff, NJ (20 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Apply knowledge of branch collars, and proper pruning cuts with total competence on chainsaw operations....

Tree Climber

  • Hamburg, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hamburg, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

un tree climber (hamburg) image 1 of 3 compensation: negotiable I have a tree that needs to be put on the ground. I believe it needs to be climbed. It looks like it is about 70-80 feet high and...

Crew Lead (Part Time Manager) - Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ

  • Paramus, NJ (24 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (24 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Crew Lead- Job Description Who we are: In 1998, we were stuck behind desk jobs we didn't like and we were miserable. So we quit. We tossed out business suits for bathing suits, got our wisdom...

Laborer 3 (NBOE)

  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

persons to apply for the position of Laborer 3 within the Office of Facilities Management....

Need a general laborer for 8 hours a week.

  • Greenwood Lake, NY (22 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenwood Lake, NY (22 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Tasks that I need help with include: Mowing lawn, weeding gardens, splitting wood, maintaining hot tub and more. I have all necessary equipment. Principals only....

Landscaping and Stone General Laborer Workers Needed

  • Hackettstown, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (15 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Landscaping and Stone General Laborer Workers Needed (Hackettstown area) Tri State compensation: $18 to 25 Per Hour employment type: job title: Home Improvement helpers HELP WANTED-LOOKING TO HIRE:...

Landscape Laborer

  • Boonton, NJ (6 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Boonton, NJ (6 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

un Landscape Laborer (Boonton) compensation: TBD employment type: job title: Landscape Laborer Landscaping laborer Must have some experience Must speak English Driver's License a plus PLEASE TEXT ME...

Landscaper Needed

  • Oakland, NJ (17 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Oakland, NJ (17 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

un landscaper needed (Oakland, NJ) Deep Roots Landscaping compensation: $20.00-$25.00 depending on experience license and experience a must for top pay. employment type: experience level: senior...

Landscape Laborer - Maintenance

  • Rockaway, NJ (3 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (3 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

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

Crew Leader - Maintenance

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (17 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (17 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 22 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...

Crew Lead - Tree Climber

  • Mount Freedom, NJ (8 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mount Freedom, NJ (8 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 30+ 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....

Landscape laborer position

  • West Milford, NJ (13 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Milford, NJ (13 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Landscape laborer position compensation: Pay based on experience employment type: job title: Landscape Laborer Job description: Pay based on experience....

Enhancement Crew Leader (Boonton)

  • Boonton, NJ (6 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boonton, NJ (6 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

You might be a good fit if you have: 2 Years plus of landscape install experience 1 year (minimum) experience managing 2+ person crew At least one year of experience in lawn care and landscaping a must...

Laborer 1-MUA -Solid Waster Operations Division

  • Dover, NJ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dover, NJ
  • 60+ days ago

Brief Description of Job and Division/Department Under direction of a supervisory official, performs varied types of manual and unskilled laboring work and may drive a truck in connection with...

Irrigation Laborer (Hillside)

  • Hillside, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hillside, NJ (23 miles from Dover, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Were looking for an Irrigation Laborer. Can you picture yourself here? Pay range $17-$19/hr....

Demographic Data for Dover, NJ

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Dover, NJ

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 Dover, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.1%
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 Dover, NJ
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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