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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Landscaper

  • Miller Place, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Miller Place, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Including lawn maintenance, hedge trimming, mulch, seed, sod, fall/spring clean ups. Must have prior professional landscaping experience. Must have reliable transportation....

Landscape Laborer

  • Apalachin, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Apalachin, NY
  • 5 hours ago

This position is hired to install landscapes including plantings, hardscapes, maintenance, and more....

Landscaper

  • Voorheesville, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Voorheesville, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Landscaper (Capital District) Red Maple Land Services compensation: $20.00 to $26.00 based on experience employment type: job title: Landscaper Hiring immediately. All aspects of landscaping....

Landscape Laborer - Hardscapes, Lighting, Landscaping, Masonry etc

  • East Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • East Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

What Youll Be Doing: Mowing, trimming, edging, and weeding Mulching, planting, and seasonal clean-ups Lawn mowing and landscape maintenance Assisting with landscape builds and hardscape installs....

Landscaper

  • Voorheesville, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Voorheesville, NY
  • 1 day ago

All aspects of landscaping. Experience will get great pay. Entry level available as well. Drivers License Required. .......

Transfer Station Laborer-1

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

A Laborer is responsible for safely and efficiently performing general labor duties at a hauling company, transfer station, recycling center or landfill....

Experienced landscaper - immediate hiring

  • Deer Park, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Deer Park, NY
  • 2 days ago

Fast paced, high quality landscape company looking for experienced team members to start immediately. Attention to detail and willing to learn a must!...

Cemetery worker/ lawncare crew member.

  • Utica, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Utica, NY
  • 3 days ago

Landscape related experience to include operating zeroturn mowers and mini excavator is a plus. This position includes a lot of string trimming. This is a full-time seasonal position....

Crew Leader

  • Brewster, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Brewster, NY
  • 3 days ago

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

Landscape Laborer Desired start date 5/1/2025

  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

Job responsibilities include lawn mowing, mulching, trimming, power washing and other duties at various businesses and residential homes and commercial properties....

Landscaper/Snow Removal

  • Fredonia, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Fredonia, NY
  • 3 days ago

Our client is currently looking for Landscapers / General Laborers. Flexible Schedule - Varied start times depending on Weather....

landscape helper in East Chatham NY for Friday and Saturday

  • East Chatham, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • East Chatham, NY
  • 3 days ago

with contractor Experienced landscape helper needed for Friday/Saturday work to assist contractor....

Work Now $40/hr Handy Mover Cleaner Labor Helper Yard Work Trade Jobs

  • Garden City, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 3 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...

Lawn Care Laborer

  • Schroon Lake, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Schroon Lake, NY
  • 3 days ago

Lawn Care Laborer: (3) Fulltime, Temporary, Seasonal (H-2B) Jobs available 06/01/2025-10/18/2025.Employer: C McKenna Property Management LLC., 203 US Rt 9 Schroon Lake, NY 12870.Multiple worksites within...

Landscaping Laborers

  • Chittenango, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Chittenango, NY
  • 3 days ago

The candidate would trim, edge and mulch; no mowing is required....

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
44.6%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
Associate's Degree
10.2%
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 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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