Laborer Jobs in New York

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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Farmworkers & Laborers Crop

  • Campbell Hall, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Campbell Hall, NY
  • 2 hours ago

Duties include tilling soil & applying fertilizers; transplanting, weeding, thinning, or pruning crops. Construct trellises, repair fences & farm buildings....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery,

  • Catskill, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Catskill, NY
  • 2 hours ago

Use hand tools to till,fertilize, transplant, weed, thin, prune, stake, trellis, apply pesticides, clean, irrigate, and loadproduce....

Laborer (Seasonal)

  • New York, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 hours ago

Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) Videos Help Duties MAJOR DUTIES: Operates heavy power equipment such as lawn mowers, portable snow blowers, and all types of hand tools (such as shovels rakes, lawn edging...

Farmworker & Laborer

  • Kinderhook, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Kinderhook, NY
  • 6 hours ago

Use hand tools to till, fertilize, transplant, weed, thin, prune, stake, apply pesticides, clean, irrigate, and load produce....

Maintenance Mechanic Crew Chief- Full-Time - 1st Shift

  • Alden, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Alden, NY
  • 7 hours ago

Maintenance Mechanic Crew Chief- Full-Time - 1st Shift Alden CSD 13190 Park Street Alden, NY 14004 Classified - Position - Maintenance Mechanic Crew Chief Non-Competitive Job Number ... Start Date...

Mowing Crew Leader Seasonal/Year-Round Opportunity

  • Hilton, NY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hilton, NY
  • 8 hours ago

Mowing Crew Leader Seasonal/Year-Round Opportunity- Top Lawn and Landscape is seeking an experienced Mowing Crew Leader for the upcoming season....

Landscaper

  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 8 hours ago

Looking for someone to join our crew doing commercial landscaping and maintenance. No experience necessary, will train the right person. Hours would be 7-3:30, Monday thru Friday....

Landscaper grass crew lead

  • Blauvelt, NY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Blauvelt, NY
  • 8 hours ago

Must have experience in general landscaping task such as cleanups mowing bush trimming mulch etc. must have clean drivers license and experience driving with trailer....

Experienced Landscaper - Property Management

  • Lancaster, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lancaster, NY
  • 18 hours ago

This position includes lawn cutting, landscaping with new plantings, fertilizing and really anything else needed to keep the properties looking great and well maintained....

Landscape labor

  • New York, NY
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 23 hours ago

un Landscape labor (Halfmoon) compensation: $20-$25 depending on experience employment type: job title: Laborer Full time lawn/landscape work....

Landscaper

  • New York, NY
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 23 hours ago

un Landscaper (Orchard park) Modern landscape & maintenance N Benzing near Milestrip compensation: 20+ employment type: job title: Landscaper Modern landscape is seeking experienced landscapers/forman...

Landscape Laborers for Lockport based Company

  • Lockport, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Lockport, NY
  • 1 day ago

Laborers Lockport based landscape company is looking for full time employees to add to our crew....

Tree Climber

  • Mamaroneck, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY
  • 1 day 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....

Seasonal Help Laborer

  • Sanborn, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Sanborn, NY
  • 1 day ago

Position Information Position Title Seasonal Help Laborer Position Category Civil Service Position Status FLSA Non-Exempt Advertised Salary $15.50 per hour Department Custodial Working Hours Up to 40...

Tree Trimmer

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 1 day ago

Application must be submitted by 4:45 P.M. on last date to file.DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position involves the performance of semi-skilled tasks in pruning, trimming and felling of...

Demographic Data for New York

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in New York

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 York 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 York
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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