Laborer Jobs in New Haven, CT

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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Need laborer for post holes and concrete and mulching

  • Madison, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Madison, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 19 hours ago

Need laborer for post holes and concrete and mulching (Madison) compensation: $25 hr cash I need a laborer to assist with digging holes I have a power post auger from harbor freight and need to set...

Laborer - Vehicle Attendant, Seasonal

  • New Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS This is seasonal, limited skilled manual and servicing work. The work is closely supervised, and the employee receives work instructions at the beginning of each new job; however...

Bucket Operator - Tree Worker

  • Clinton, CT (20 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clinton, CT (20 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Looking to add an experienced bucket operator to my team. Requirements: - must have a valid drivers license - must be able to drive standard - be able to pass a drug test if asked - be on time and...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Guilford, CT (12 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Guilford, CT (12 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 6 days ago

General duties include: seeding, transplanting, writing labels for transplants, weeding, thinning, cultivating and pruning, less than 15% of the season; planting 15% of the season; harvesting, picking...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Middlefield, CT (18 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Middlefield, CT (18 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 18 days ago

, weeding, thinning, spraying, irrigating, mowing, harvesting, grading, packing....

Landscaper 1

  • Trumbull, CT (14 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT (14 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 19 days ago

If you are looking to make an impact through a meaningful and rewarding career, we are currently seeking talented, creative, and committed people who share our values of Challenging the Status...

Landscaper 2 - Relief

  • Trumbull, CT (14 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT (14 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 19 days ago

Job purpose: Physically work on all assigned contracts ensuring adherence to all specifications and meet all contract specifications, ensuring customer satisfaction. Operates as a team lead who...

Landscaper

  • Hamden, CT (4 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hamden, CT (4 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Properly plant, trim, mo w, weed, mulch, fertilize and so much more. Learn to diagnose insect, disease, and cultural/environmental turf and shrub conditions....

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop,Nursery

  • Woodbury, CT (22 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodbury, CT (22 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Use hand tools, such as, but not limited to, shovels, hoes, pruning shears, knives, and ladders....

Laborer Streets/Highways

  • Fairfield, CT (20 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (20 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

Laborers are responsible for the satisfactory performance of light and heavy manual laboring tasks in a wide variety of construction and maintenance work throughout the roads, grounds and other properties...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery

  • Southington, CT (20 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Southington, CT (20 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

, mowing, fertilizing, and harvesting....

Landscaper

  • Durham, CT (16 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Durham, CT (16 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

You'd be responsible for: Cutting turf, trimming and edging along borders, and blowing using power equipment Pruning shrubs and low trees to improve the growth habit or remove damaged branches Planting...

General Laborer (2 positions) Grade Level 15

  • Fairfield, CT (20 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (20 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

The General Laborer assists other tradesmen in performing these repairs....

Demographic Data for New Haven, CT

Moving to New Haven, CT? Find some basic demographic data about New Haven, CT below.


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Salary for Laborer Jobs in New Haven, CT

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 New Haven, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.6%
Bachelor's Degree
20.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.6%
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 New Haven, CT
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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