Laborer Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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 17 Jobs

Grounds Laborer

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 2 days ago

$17.75/Hr Working location: Naval Operations Base Seasonal Position: March-November Option to work other available positions with Didlake during offseason The Grounds Laborer Maintenance maintains grounds...

Lawn Seeder / Laborer $18/hr Weekly Pay

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 5 days ago

Hiring URGENTLY - Start 09/02 - Lawn Seeder / General Laborer - Weekly Pay! Hablo Espanol - Aplica Hoy!...

General Laborer- Lawn Seeder

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 days ago

START DATE IS SEPTEMBER 2nd** General Laborer - Lawn Seeder Hampton Roads, VA $18/hr | Full-Time | Seasonal (2 months with opportunity for more work after) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm...

Tree Trimmer II

  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (7 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Tree Trimmer II Salary $42,628.86 - $71,222.16 Annually Location Norfolk, VA Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 12948 Department Parks & Recreation Division Urban Forestry Opening Date...

Lawn Seeder/Laborer

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 7 days ago

Join Us as a General Laborer - Lawn Seeder in Chesapeake!...

H0802 - Laborer Wage

  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Hiring Range: $17.33 to $28.17 Full Time or Part Time: Part_Time Additional Detail Description for Candidates: Perform a combination of skilled equipment operation, preventive maintenance and...

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

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 9 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...

Landscape construction and maintenance team members

  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 13 days ago

Maintenance Team: Mowing and maintaining residential and commercial properties. Must have a license and be able to work 40 hour weeks....

Landscaper

  • South Norfolk, VA (4 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • South Norfolk, VA (4 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 15 days ago

Here's what you'd do: You'd create beautiful environments by providing landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and/or public properties....

Enhancement Crew Leader

  • South Norfolk, VA (4 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • South Norfolk, VA (4 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 15 days ago

care and landscaping a must; supervisory experience desired....

Landscaper

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 21 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 21 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....

Enhancement Crew Leader

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 21 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 21 days ago

care and landscaping a must; supervisory experience desired....

Laborer (MVO)

  • Langley AFB, VA (24 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Langley AFB, VA (24 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 21 days ago

About the position: This position is located at the Eaglewood Golf Course at Langley AFB, VA. This position may be subject to nights, days, weekends, Holidays, and on-call work. This is a Flexible...

Union Soy Process Laborer

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities Operate housekeeping equipment to include mowing, trimming, and sweeping equipment....

Tree Trimmer

  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hampton, VA (22 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

The City of Hampton's Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Department is seeking a Tree Trimmer to perform skilled work in pruning, felling, and removing trees throughout the city....

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.



Highest Education Level

Laborers in Chesapeake, VA offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.1%
Bachelor's Degree
20.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.5%
Associate's Degree
10.4%
Master's Degree
4.5%
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 Chesapeake, VA
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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