Laborer Jobs in Forest Hills, 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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WANTED - Handymen or women, Landscapers, Painters, General Staff

  • Hackensack, NJ (15 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (15 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 23 hours ago

un WANTED - Handymen or women, Landscapers, Painters, General Staff (Bergen/Passaic) compensation: tbd - based on exper WANTED for a north Jersey contracting company....

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Landscape crew

  • Massapequa, NY (20 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Massapequa, NY (20 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We are a family owned landscape design construction company/nursery looking to hire for multiple positions as a landscape laborer. You would be doing plant installations, and masonry....

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Experience Landscaper Wanted Full or Part Time

  • West Babylon, NY (24 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Babylon, NY (24 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Start time 5:40 or 6 am to 3 or 4 pm -Perform lawn mowing, weeding, hedge trimming, clean ups, mulching, planting and other landscape work....

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Experienced Landscaper-Immediate Position

  • Little Falls, NJ (22 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Falls, NJ (22 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Experienced landscaper for lawn maintenance division. Must be available to start immediately. Must have at least 1 year experience and know how to use all equipment....

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Tree Climber

  • Staten Island, NY (14 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (14 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Staten Island tree care company looking for an experienced Tree Climber. *At least 1 year climbing experience and a driver's license. Holly Expert Tree Care Service ... ...

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Landscaping Landscaper Full Time Laborer Trabajos de Paisajismo

  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago

- Cutting grass on stand lawnmower or push mower - Clean beds - Spring fall clean up - Mulch - Planting - Weed Whacking WILL DISCUS PAY IN PERSON. 6 days a week....

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Landscaper

  • Aerotek
  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Skills Ability to perform general groundskeeping and landscaping tasks, including mowing, trimming, edging, weeding, mulching, pruning, and watering....

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Landscaper With Experience

  • Caldwell, NJ (24 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Caldwell, NJ (24 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 6 days ago

experience landscaper with drivers license must speak english have the understanding of all maintenance cut trim blow plant mulch clean ups have own transportation call fred or janina at ... janina...

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Experienced Landscaper Needed Immediate Start

  • Clifton, NJ (19 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Clifton, NJ (19 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 6 days ago

**Work Includes:** * Lawn maintenance * Mulching * Shrub trimming * Cleanups * Planting * General landscape work Competitive pay based on experience. Steady work available....

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Landscaper II

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • Oceanside, NY (12 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oceanside, NY (12 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Mulch the leaves and organic matter when mowing Perform weeding by hand or using a garden hoe or hula hoe Assist less seasoned team members in completing work Assist Crew Leader with DVIR inspections...

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Now Hiring: Full-Time Landscaper $20/HR (40 Hours/Week)

  • South Orange, NJ (21 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • South Orange, NJ (21 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 7 days ago

edging Fall/Spring cleanups Mulching, planting, landscape maintenance Assisting with hardscaping tasks (as needed) Maintaining tools and equipment Working with team to complete daily schedule efficiently...

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Cleaners/Landscapers/Freelancers Needed ($20/hr, Flexible Scheduling)

  • Flushing, NY (2 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Flushing, NY (2 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 8 days ago

for cleaners, landscapers, handymen, and other freelancers who want to earn extra money on the side without taking on more jobs....

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Landscape Helper- MUST Have Experience

  • Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 8 days ago

SKILLS General landscape knowledge (no grass cutting) Shape shrubs, hedges pruning cut off dead branches Weed removal edging straighten stone walls and rock gardens leaf blow apply grass seed Your Personal...

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Landscaper New Jersey - Landscaping Company NJ - Landscaping North NJ

  • Passaic, NJ (17 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Passaic, NJ (17 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 13 days ago

Projects include different types of landscaping needs including lawn care, spring and fall clean ups, paver installation, retaining wall installation, walkways, patios, planting and others....

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Landscaping Company Landscaper in Bergen and Essex County North NJ

  • Hackensack, NJ (15 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (15 miles from Forest Hills, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Projects include different types of landscaping needs including lawn care, spring and fall clean ups, paver installation, retaining wall installation, walkways, patios, planting and others....

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Demographic Data for Forest Hills, NY

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Forest Hills, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.



Highest Education Level

Laborers in Forest Hills, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
43.5%
Bachelor's Degree
21.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.5%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some High School
3.0%
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 Forest Hills, 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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