Laborer Jobs in New Mexico

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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Landscape Helper Needed

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 hour ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 hour ago

un Landscape Helper Needed (ABQ) compensation: $20 per hour Need 1 helper for a front yard landscape project this Friday and Saturday, 8am to 4pm....

Landscaper SND Landscape

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 4 hours ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 4 hours ago

Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls....

Lawncare & Landscaping Laborer

  • Corrales, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Corrales, NM
  • 7 days ago

Must Have Own Transportation & Valid Drivers License Monday - Friday 7am-3pm Please Send Resume

Parks Maintenance Worker I (Landscape Construction)

  • Farmington, NM
  • 22 days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 22 days ago

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Operates pickup truck, backhoes, jack hammers, welders, lawn and landscaping equipment including tractors, mowers, sand pro's, airifier, chain saw, edgers, weed trimmers, electric...

Parks Laborer Temp

  • Roswell, NM
  • 24 days ago
  • Roswell, NM
  • 24 days ago

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Cleans and maintains landscaped areas; mows grass, and edges along sidewalks and buildings; cuts and trims trees...

Laborer - Water Resources

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 24 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 24 days ago

Position Summary This position will provide general labor duties to include vegetation removal, irrigation structure repair, concrete/masonry work, ditch clearing and cleaning, fence repair,...

Trimmer Trainee

  • Ruidoso, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ruidoso, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications What We're Looking For: Love of the outdoors Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation...

Laborer needed to clean yard

  • Embudo, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Embudo, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Laborer needed to clean yard (Pilar) 12 route 570 compensation: Negotiable employment type: job title: Landscaping Title. I need my yard waste cleaned. Truck needed. Principals only....

Laborer

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

waste collection techniques Learn routine vehicle maintenance and cleaning practices Learn operational characteristics of street maintenance tools and equipment Learn operational characteristics of Weed...

Trimmer

  • Farmington, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers....

Landscaper

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Seeking a landscape gardener to maintain the picturesque clubhouse grounds. The job consists of planting, deadheading, pruning, hedging, and mowing....

Trimmer 1

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers....

Ag Science Center Laborer

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 60+ days ago

in an animal facility or farm environment; watering, raking, mowing, trimming, edging, and trash/litter pickup and disposal activities....

Demographic Data for New Mexico

Moving to New Mexico? Find some basic demographic data about New Mexico below.


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Salary for Laborer Jobs in New Mexico

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 New Mexico offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.8%
Bachelor's Degree
20.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.3%
Master's Degree
4.2%
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 New Mexico
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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