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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2025 Summer Laborer (Knox County)

  • Mount Vernon, OH
  • moments ago
  • Mount Vernon, OH
  • moments ago

: : Job Description : **2025 Summer Laborer [What You Will Do:]** : [Flag/traffic control for highway maintenance] [Drive pickup truck to set out/pick up signs & follow mowing crew] [Roadside litter...

2025 Summer Laborer (Coshocton County)

  • Coshocton, OH
  • moments ago
  • Coshocton, OH
  • moments ago

: : Job Description : **2025 Summer Laborer [What You Will Do:]** : [Flag/traffic control for highway maintenance] [Drive pickup truck to set out/pick up signs & follow mowing crew] [Roadside litter...

2025 Summer Laborer (Perry County)

  • New Lexington, OH
  • moments ago
  • New Lexington, OH
  • moments ago

: : Job Description : **2025 Summer Laborer [What You Will Do:]** : [Flag/traffic control for highway maintenance] [Drive pickup truck to set out/pick up signs & follow mowing crew] [Roadside litter...

Job Duties 2025 Summer Laborer (Multiple Counties) What You Will Do: Flag/traffic control for highway maintenance Drive pickup truck to set out/pick up signs & follow mowing crew Roadside litter pickup...

Landscape Laborer

  • Madison, OH
  • 16 hours ago
  • Madison, OH
  • 16 hours ago

Perform duties to include but not limited to: lay sod, mow, trim, fertilize, rake, plant, water, dig. hand weed, install mulch and soil, installation of mortarless segmental concrete masonry wall units...

Landscape Laborer

  • Painesville, OH
  • 16 hours ago
  • Painesville, OH
  • 16 hours ago

, use a variety of hand/power tools and equipment such as shovels, rakes, weed eaters, hedge trimmers and mowers. 3 month experience landscape....

Landscape Laborer

  • Bucyrus, OH
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bucyrus, OH
  • 16 hours ago

Type of Job: Regular Employment Job Title: landscape laborer Main Worksite Address, including ZIP Code: Address: 3933 Hensing Road, Bucyrus, OH 44820 Employment Type: Temporary/Full Time Salary/Wage...

Landfill Laborer

  • Waverly, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Waverly, OH
  • 1 day ago

7:00AM-5:00PM M-F A Landfill Laborers is responsible for general upkeep and maintenance of the facility grounds....

Nursery worker/ Trabajador de vivero

  • Fulton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Fulton, OH
  • 1 day ago

Cleaning equipment - Removing strings and wires from trellises - Performing other manual tasks Workers may also be required to engage in the care of young trees, which includes activities such as weeding...

Landscape Laborer

  • Hilliard, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Hilliard, OH
  • 2 days ago

Job Duties: Care for established lawns by mowing, mulching, aerating, weeding, raking, blowing leaves, removing thatch, watering lawns and spraying lawns with fertilizer, herbicide and insecticides,...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

  • West Jefferson, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • West Jefferson, OH
  • 2 days ago

Reference this job order number when inquiring about this position. Inquiries must be made prior to 09/23/2025. REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be available the entire work...

Landscape Crew and Nursery Help

  • Monclova, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Monclova, OH
  • 2 days ago

ELCS Lawn & Landscape DBA Carroll Landscape & Nursery, Monclova, OH Daily transportation will be provided from a central location to and from worksites in the following counties: Lucas, Wood. 6 Landscape...

2025 Summer Laborer (Muskingum County)

  • Zanesville, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Zanesville, OH
  • 2 days ago

: : Job Description: **2025 Summer Laborer [What You Will Do:]**: [Flag/traffic control for highway maintenance] [Drive pickup truck to set out/pick up signs & follow mowing crew] [Roadside litter...

2025 Summer Laborer (Guernsey County)

  • Claysville, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Claysville, OH
  • 2 days ago

: : Job Description: **2025 Summer Laborer [What You Will Do:]**: [Flag/traffic control for highway maintenance] [Drive pickup truck to set out/pick up signs & follow mowing crew] [Roadside litter...

2025 Summer Laborer (Licking County)

  • Jacksontown, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Jacksontown, OH
  • 2 days ago

: : Job Description: **2025 Summer Laborer [What You Will Do:]**: [Flag/traffic control for highway maintenance] [Drive pickup truck to set out/pick up signs & follow mowing crew] [Roadside litter...

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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
44.8%
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 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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