Laborer Jobs in New Jersey

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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Laborer Needed for Lawn Sprinkler Company

  • Beachwood, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Beachwood, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

experience required job title: General Laborer We are Hiring!...

Landscaper Full time

  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

un Landscaper Full time (Basking Ridge,NJ) compensation: $17/hr EXPERIENCED LANDSCAPE lawn maintenance workers with drivers license Basking Ridge NJ Pay : $17/hr Interested people call Shawn - .......

Laborer 1

  • NJ
  • 17 hours ago
  • NJ
  • 17 hours ago

Under supervision, performs varied types of manual and unskilled laboring work, and may drive a truck in connection with laboring work on occasion; does other related duties as required. NOTE: The...

Driver/Laborer for Landscaping & Sealcoating

  • Hillsborough, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Full-Time Laborer/Driver to perform duties at a landscaping and Sealcoating company. Salary range is $18.00-$23.00 per hour Salary amount will be given based on experience and work ethic....

Tree climber cutter or Bucket Truck Owner

  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

un Tree climber cutter or Bucket Truck Owner no pay I have a few Big tress ( close to the house ) that need to be trimmed and possible cut down. If you have experience climbing and cutting or have...

Farm Laborer

  • Mannington, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Mannington, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Use hand tools such as shovels, trowels, hoes, tampers, pruning hooks, shears and knives. Transplant, weed, thin and prune crops....

Hardscaping, Landscaping, and Lawn Service Laborers

  • Sicklerville, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Sicklerville, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Landscaping/Lawn Service positions: Re-landscape properties, drainage solutions, plant installations, lawn services, etc. Must be drug free and have reliable transportation....

Seasonal Laborer

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Under supervision, performs varied types of manual and unskilled laboring work, and may drive a truck in connection with laboring work on occasion; does other related duties as required. Loads,...

Landscape laborer

  • Closter, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Closter, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Landscape laborer in Closter , New Jersey Under supervision of owner, landscape and maintain grounds of property using hand or power tools or equipment; perform routine tasks like sod laying, mowing...

Landscape Laborer

  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Mow lawns, trim trees and shrubs, prune ornamental trees and shrubs, weed beds, edge beds, and install mulch....

Landscaping Maintenance crew member

  • Caldwell, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Caldwell, NJ
  • 2 days ago

un Landscaping Maintenance crew member (Caldwell New Jersey) compensation: Compensation $17- $20 a,hour employment type: job title: Lawn maintenance Looking for new crew member with line trimming experience...

Laborer (Seasonal)

  • Paterson, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ
  • 2 days ago

In order to accomplish the laborer duties....

Weed whack laborer needed

  • Audubon, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Audubon, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Hey everybody, We are seeking a full time position to be a landscape laborer. This job entails weed whacking 3-4 days per week and landscaping the other days....

Irrigation / Landscape Laborer, Tech Helper

  • Riverton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Riverton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

A well established irrigation company is looking for an experienced full time laborer / tech helper. Drivers license and vehicle to get to work a must. Monday to Friday with occasional Saturdays....

Seasonal Agricultural Worker - Farm Crew Leader

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Completes generalized plant care and landscape maintenance tasks to be completed in an outdoor and/or greenhouse setting as needed....

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in New Jersey

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 Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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