Laborer Jobs in Ballston Spa, NY

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

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

What you'll do as a Trimmer at Lewis: Be part of a tight-knit crew working in a team environment Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Service's utility customers including pruning...

Landscape Crew Driver

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Duties include mowing, trimming, and pruning to ensure the exterior environment remains pristine. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence....

Yard Help - Landscaper - Lawn and Shrub Maintenance

  • Greenwich, NY (19 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Greenwich, NY (19 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 14 days ago

un Yard Help - Landscaper - Lawn and Shrub Maintenance (Greenwich) compensation: per job Looking for experiencecd person for basic yard maintenance. Cut lawn (small back lawn), trim bushes, etc....

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

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 16 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...

Landscaper-Snow Removal

  • Latham, NY (17 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Latham, NY (17 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 29 days ago

One of the largest Facility Maintenance providers in North America is hiring! We are looking to add Full Time year around - Landscaper-Snow removal crew member to our team. If you meet all the...

Concrete Laborer

  • Cohoes, NY (16 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Cohoes, NY (16 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 29 days ago

Concrete Laborer Job Description We are seeking a skilled Concrete Laborer to join our team on utility and commercial site construction projects....

Laborer

  • Fort Edward, NY (21 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Edward, NY (21 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

The Transfer Station Laborer performs general labor duties at a transfer station completing tasks such as yard clean-up, fueling vehicles and equipment, general vehicle operation, general office maintenance...

Landscaper (Schenectady)

  • Schenectady, NY (13 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (13 miles from Ballston Spa, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Pay Range $16-$18/hr Heres what youd do: Youd create beautiful environments by providing landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and/or public properties....

Demographic Data for Ballston Spa, NY

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Ballston Spa, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.



Highest Education Level

Laborers in Ballston Spa, NY 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 Ballston Spa, NY
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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