Laborer Jobs in Ohio

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 - Enhancement

  • Findlay, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Findlay, OH
  • 30+ days ago

profile customers, worksites, and landscape results -A company that values and appreciates YOU Requirements Legal authorization to work in the United States Experience managing a crew consisting of laborers...

Crew Leader - Maintenance

  • Plain City, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plain City, OH
  • 30+ days ago

profile customers, worksites, and landscape results -A company that values and appreciates YOU Requirements Legal authorization to work in the United States Experience managing a crew consisting of laborers...

Landscape Laborer - Maintenance

  • Maumee, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Maumee, OH
  • 6 days ago

Our growing company is seeking dedicated, dependable Landscape Laborers to work safely in the field....

Temporary Facilities Laborer

  • Leipsic, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Leipsic, OH
  • 1 day ago

***Position will run June-September 2025*** General landscaping and lawn care: watering, mowing and weed maintenance, trimming and replacing shrubs, applying lawn fertilizers, etc....

Crew Leader

  • Hebron, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Hebron, OH
  • 1 day ago

Job Duties: Cleaning restrooms Taking out the trash Sanitizing Sweeping Vacuuming Mopping Outside - mowing, weeding, mulching, planting, and trimming trees, picking up litter and debris in the parking...

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Painter Helper and Landscape Helper

  • Youngstown, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Youngstown, OH
  • 2 days ago

un Painter Helper and Landscape Helper (Boardman) image 1 of 10 compensation: $28 to $33 per hour paid daily based on experience. employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Handyman &...

Handyman and Landscape Assistant

  • Youngstown, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Youngstown, OH
  • 2 days ago

Be able to help in basic landscaping experience installing small plants, shrubs, bushes around home and placing new mulch around home....

un Laborer needed to run weed whacker for small lawn business. (Youngstown/Warren) image 1 of 1 compensation: Paid daily 80 for full day 50 for half....

Chore Laborer

  • Lancaster, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Lancaster, OH
  • 3 days ago

The Senior Hub-Meals on Wheels of Fairfield County is seeking a part-time Chore Laborer who possesses the knowledge and capability to assist clients with various household needs....

Material Handler Laborer

  • Dayton, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 3 days ago

The MHL assists one or more workers in the skilled maintenance trades by performing specific or general duties of lesser skill such as: keeping a worker supplied with materials and tools, cleaning...

Landscape Laborers

  • Batavia, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Batavia, OH
  • 3 days ago

Workers typically perform a variety of tasks, which may include any combination of the following: sod laying, mowing, trimming, edging, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, mulching, raking....

Tree Climber

  • Akron, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 4 days ago

Pruning & Removal: Prune, thin, and remove branches and trees as needed, including hazardous trees, following safety protocols....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery and Greenhouse

  • Rogers, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Rogers, OH
  • 4 days ago

Lay plastic, setting plants, weeding (w/ hoe & by hand), driving stakes, grading / sorting and activities associated with vegetable production. Pruning and Hand thinning of fruit trees and bushes....

Utility Line Clearance Trimmer CDL Preferred

  • Dover, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Dover, OH
  • 4 days ago

Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers....

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Ohio

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 Ohio 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 Ohio
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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