Laborer Jobs in Melville, 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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Landscaping Crew Needed PART TIME

  • Miller Place, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Miller Place, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Work includes; mowing, trimming, planting, weeding. Immediate employment possible. This is a part time position for the entire season. Must leave a phone number so we can contact you....

WANTED: Experienced Landscape Laborer

  • Islip Terrace, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Islip Terrace, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Key Responsibilities: - Perform organic landscape tasks (pruning, mulching, planting, grading, etc.) - Operate landscaping tools and equipment....

Experienced Landscape Crew Lead/Driver Wanted

  • East Northport, NY (6 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • East Northport, NY (6 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a motivated individual to help our company grow. Experience is a plus but if you have a willingness to learn, then we are willing to teach you. You will be expected to perform...

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

  • Garden City South, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Garden City South, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 6 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...

Landscape Laborers

  • Oceanside, NY (16 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oceanside, NY (16 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 7 days ago

EXPERIENCE IN ALL PHASES OF LANDSCAPING. DRIVERS LICENSE A PLUS EXCELLENT SALARY. FULL TIME POSITION.OCEANSIDE NY AREA. CALL: ...

Golf Landscaping Assistant

  • Rockaway Beach, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rockaway Beach, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Perform landscape maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, and edging lawns. Plant and maintain shrubs, and trees....

Tree Climber (NYC)

  • Oceanside, NY (16 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oceanside, NY (16 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Heres what youd do: Tree Climbers are responsible for working in trees to perform general tree care including pruning, cabling, bracing, lightning protection and tree removals....

Landscaper (Bronx)

  • Oceanside, NY (16 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Oceanside, NY (16 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Heres what youd do: Youd create beautiful environments by providing landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and/or public properties....

Landscaper

  • Brentwood, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brentwood, NY (7 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Landscaper (Suffolk County) compensation: Negotiable Looking to hire an honest, hardworking landscaper that comes with references and has experience with all aspects of landscaping. Pay is...

Climber - Tree Crew Foreman

  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 8 days ago

. + Demonstrate and perform proper climbing techniques and procedures, pruning skills, application of approved knots and rigging techniques. + Operate all equipment in a safe manner Requirements + 5...

Laborer I

  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Mow lawns, plants bulbs, shrubs, and trees, spread fertilizers, dig ditches, clean culverts and catch basins, and shovel snow. Load and unload equipment and supplies....

Landscape laborer-Immediate

  • Brightwaters, NY (8 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Brightwaters, NY (8 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 13 days ago

un Landscape laborer-Immediate (Bay Shore - Brightwaters) Louis Romanzi Jr....

Irrigation workers wanted

  • Bay Shore, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bay Shore, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 16 days ago

un Irrigation workers wanted (Bayshore) Quality lawn sprinklers image 1 of 1 433 Main Street compensation: $22-$32 per hour employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Sprinkler...

Tree Climber

  • Mamaroneck, NY (20 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY (20 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 17 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....

Attorney - Labor in Garden City,NY,US

  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 27 days ago

Garden City, NY law firm is seeking a full time experienced Attorney - Labor Our client is a prominent AV rated Garden City education law firm, seeking an attorney with experience in public sector...

Demographic Data for Melville, NY

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Melville, NY

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 Melville, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.3%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.4%
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 Melville, 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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