Laborer Jobs in Peru, 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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Crew Leader / 1249 Journeyman Treeman

  • Plattsburgh, NY (11 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Plattsburgh, NY (11 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

. + Perform line clearing and tree trimming duties for Lewis Tree Services utility customers including pruning treetops and limbs, trimming or removal of at-risk/damaged trees as well as removing broken...

Trimmer

  • Plattsburgh, NY (11 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plattsburgh, NY (11 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 1 day 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...

Tree Climber

  • South Burlington, VT (18 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • South Burlington, VT (18 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

The Tree Care Team is involved in all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care....

Farmworkers and Laborers Crops

  • Colchester, VT (18 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Colchester, VT (18 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Hand weeding, thinning and hoeing. Requires workers to stand, bend, kneel for long time periods. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. No cell phones during work unless in an emergency....

Farmworkers & Laborer - Crop

  • Colchester, VT (18 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Colchester, VT (18 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Workers will perform field work of hand weeding, thinning and hoeing, as well as other duties related to planting, maintaining and harvesting of crops....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Colchester, VT (18 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Colchester, VT (18 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Hand weeding, thinning and hoeing. Requires workers to stand, bend, kneel for long time periods. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. No cell phones during work unless in an emergency....

Farmworkers & Laborers and Agricultural Equipment Operator

  • Colchester, VT (18 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Colchester, VT (18 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Workers will perform field work of hand weeding, thinning and hoeing, as well as other duties related to planting, maintaining and harvesting of crops....

Farm Laborer

  • Charlotte, VT (21 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlotte, VT (21 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Maintenance of plants will include irrigation, mulching, weeding,fertilizing, and pruning. Workers will pick, sort, and field pack berries....

Street Laborer-Temporary

  • Burlington, VT (14 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlington, VT (14 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

This position is responsible for assisting in maintaining, installing and repairing safe and clean City streets and sidewalks. This position also performs construction, maintenance and repair work...

Landscapers and General Laborers Needed

  • Burlington, VT (14 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlington, VT (14 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

. + **Lawn Care:** Seeding, sodding, mowing, aerating, fertilizing, and maintaining lawns to ensure healthy growth and appearance. + **Pruning and Trimming:** Pruning trees and shrubs, trimming hedges...

Farmworkers & Laborers - Crop

  • South Hero, VT (12 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • South Hero, VT (12 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

This job order is for a qualified person to perform the duties of pruning, thinning, and harvesting in an apple orchard as well as general orchard work....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery,

  • South Hero, VT (12 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • South Hero, VT (12 miles from Peru, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

This job order is for a qualified person to perform the duties of pruning, thinning, and harvesting in an apple orchard as well as general orchard work....

Demographic Data for Peru, NY

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Peru, 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 Peru, 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 Peru, 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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