Laborer Jobs in Knightdale, NC

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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General Laborer (Stormwater)

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 10 hours ago

assets) Perform mowing, weed-trimming, debris removal, ground maintenance and cleanup, light construction, and maintenance repairs for client properties....

Downtown Cary Park Landscape Worker- Temp

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Our team is seeking a Downtown Park Landscape Worker to perform routine work in the care and maintenance of the Downtown Cary Park, including clearing pathways, pruning, lawn care, weed control, and...

Landscape Driver/Crew Leader - Great benefits and competitive wages!

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Join Southern Shade Tree Co, a leading full-service landscaping and tree service provider with over 50 years of experience in exceeding clients' expectations in the Carolinas. We are currently...

Trimmer (All Levels)

  • Wake Forest, NC (13 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (13 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 4 days ago

This position provides tree trimming for assigned jobs by pruning, cutting, removing, and caring for trees....

Lead Landscape Worker

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 8 days ago

The Lead Landscape Worker provides direction while working alongside a small team of landscape maintenance professionals....

Gas Laborer/Groundman

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 10 days ago

**Job Summary** The **Gas Laborer** is responsible for general labor, including restoration work such as clean up and laying sod at the end of a project....

Landscaper

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 14 days ago

We are looking for you to Maintain gardens and lawns Including mowing, trimming, pruning, raking, and weeding Water plants and lawns and adds fertilizer as needed Handle heavy equipment, objects or...

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

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 17 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...

Crew Member/ Driver

  • Morrisville, NC (19 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (19 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 19 days ago

Summary: The primary purpose of the Maintenance Landscapes Laborer is to perform landscape maintenance tasks safely under the supervision of a Landscape Maintenance Crew Leader, in accordance with our...

Public Works Part-time Summer Landscaper

  • Zebulon, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Zebulon, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 19 days ago

The landscaper will be responsible for the following: Operating a weed eater, edger, blower, and hedge trimmer Mowing grass with a zero turn or walk-behind mower Planting flowers or shrubs, mulching...

Hardscape Crew Leader

  • Wendell, NC (4 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Wendell, NC (4 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 20 days ago

Currin Outdoor Living is seeking a passionate Hardscape Crew Leader to join our team. Collaborating closely with designers and operational experts, you'll help craft stunning landscapes across the...

Maintenance Crew Leader (Wendell, NC)

  • Wendell, NC (4 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Wendell, NC (4 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 20 days ago

We are seeking someone to join our landscape maintenance crew....

Landscaping and General Labor Help Needed

  • Zebulon, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 25 days ago
  • Zebulon, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 25 days ago

Brush clearing, weeding, spreading mulch, moving materials and more. Great opportunity to make extra money on the weekends. Lots of work for the right person....

Landscape labor valid driver license- bilingual in spanish a plus!

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Landscape labor valid driver license- bilingual in spanish a plus! (Raleigj) Express Employment Professionals compensation: $16-18 hour employment type: experience level: entry level job title:...

Landscaper

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Knightdale, NC)
  • 30+ 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....

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Knightdale, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.



Highest Education Level

Laborers in Knightdale, NC 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 Knightdale, NC
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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