Laborer Jobs in Smithfield, RI

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.

1-15 of 25 Jobs

General Laborer- Full time/ OT available

  • Millbury, MA (23 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Millbury, MA (23 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Landscaping- mowing, weed whacking, etc. Painting containers, equipment etc....

Laborer to help with yard work

  • Swansea, MA (18 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Swansea, MA (18 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Laborer to help with yard work (swansea ma) compensation: $17 an hour cash paid daily I have a few days worth of yard work to be done. Lawn edging, hedge trimming, yard clean up....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Scituate, RI (8 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scituate, RI (8 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Harvest, horticultural, apple, non berry fruit crops, will perform tasks including soilpreparation, planting, pruning, weeding, thinning, harvesting, heavy lifting, and minimal farm machine operation...

Tree Climber/ Bucket Truck Operater

  • Uxbridge, MA (12 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Uxbridge, MA (12 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 4 days ago

tree climber/ bucket truck operater (uxbridge ma.) bob's tree service uxbridge ma compensation: based on exsperience employment type: job title: bucket operater / climber climber wanted must have...

5hrs Yard Laborer Needed for $100 Cash Pay - June 9 at 9 AM

  • Swansea, MA (18 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Swansea, MA (18 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 6 days ago

un 5hrs Yard Laborer Needed for $100 Cash Pay - June 9 at 9 AM (Swansea) compensation: $20 per hour Job Details: - Trimming bushes/shrubs - Mulching - Yard cleaning ** All tools and materials will be...

Laborer

  • Warwick, RI (14 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (14 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 6 days ago

To grade, seed, fertilize, weed, mow, rake and water grass. To perform manual labor in park maintenance, mosquito control, fish hatchery and sewage plant programs....

Laborer - Site Work

  • Smithfield, RI
  • 7 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI
  • 7 days ago

un LABORER - SITE WORK (GREENVILLE) Adler Bros....

Work Now $40hr Handy Mover Cleaner Demo Labor Helper Painter Ac Trades

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 7 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...

Laborer Community College of Rhode Island

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 7 days ago

To grade, seed, fertilize, weed, mow, rake and water grass. To perform manual labor in park maintenance, mosquito control, fish hatchery and sewage plant programs....

Seasonal Laborer II-Douglas SF

  • Douglas, MA (15 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Douglas, MA (15 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 11 days ago

Seasonal Laborer II Douglas State Forest 06/01/2025-11/1/2025 Split Shift includes weekends, holidays and possibly night shift....

Landscaper

  • Warwick, RI (14 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (14 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 21 days ago

Weekly bi weekly cut trim edge mulch there is a hedge between neighbors house also post id: ... [ ]...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Holliston, MA (20 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Holliston, MA (20 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 21 days ago

May use hand tools such as shovel, pruning saw, hoe....

8hrs Yard Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - May 21 at 10:30 AM

  • Franklin, MA (14 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (14 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 23 days ago

8hrs Yard Laborer Needed for $160 Cash Pay - May 21 at 10:30 AM (Franklin) compensation: $20 per hour Job Details: - Trimming of trees - Mulching - Additional instructions will be provided at the job...

Landscape Laborers (10)

  • North Kingstown, RI (22 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 24 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (22 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 24 days ago

Cleanups, lawn maintenance using hand or power tools or equipment; tree and shrub planting, sod laying, mulch, irrigation, digging, raking and installation of mortarless segmental concrete masonry wall...

Pesticide Applicator

  • Smithfield, RI
  • 25 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI
  • 25 days ago

The Pesticide Applicator is responsible for applying pesticides and other chemical treatments to control pests and diseases on various landscapes, including residential, commercial, and...

Demographic Data for Smithfield, RI

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Smithfield, RI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.



Highest Education Level

Laborers in Smithfield, RI offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.3%
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 Smithfield, RI
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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