Laborer Jobs in New Mexico

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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Part-Time Landscaper Needed for Condominium Complex

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 2 days ago

Mowing and edging lawns 2. Trimming bushes and shrubs 3. Watering plants and gardens 4. Weeding flower beds and landscaped areas 5. Mulching and fertilizing 6. Pruning trees and hedges 7....

Landscapers

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

Small landscaping co now hiring for highly skilled landscaper-familiar with all aspects of landscaping from installs to maintenance Self starter Highly motivated Have transportation Bi lingual a+ $20...

Seeking PT landscape assistant

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 6 days ago

Seeking landscape/garden assistant for private homestead in Chupadero....

Experienced Tree Trimmer

  • Aztec, NM
  • 9 days ago
  • Aztec, NM
  • 9 days ago

Experienced Tree Trimmer (AZTEC) compensation: Bid or hourly pay Looking for Experienced tree trimmer to cut down a few trees in aztec one is a cottonwood tree has power lines below about 40 feet...

Laborer-Temp/Seasonal

  • Deming, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Deming, NM
  • 10 days ago

Operational Support: Assist in chip sealing operations, mowing of right-of-way areas, and vector and weed management....

Parks Laborer

  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 11 days ago
  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 11 days ago

Experience operating lawn care equipment and basic hand tools. Valid pesticide license for public applicators issued by the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA)....

Parks Maintenance Worker I (Landscape Construction)

  • Farmington, NM
  • 14 days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 14 days ago

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Operates pickup truck, backhoes, jack hammers, welders, lawn and landscaping equipment including tractors, mowers, sand pro's, airifier, chain saw, edgers, weed trimmers, electric...

Parks Laborer Temp

  • Roswell, NM
  • 17 days ago
  • Roswell, NM
  • 17 days ago

Click apply to see pdf job description Job Description Grade : PAY GRADE 27B Job Class : PARKS LABORER TEMP Posting Start : 02/28/2025 Posting End : 12/31/9999 MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $15.60...

Laborer - Water Resources

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 17 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 17 days ago

Position Summary This position will provide general labor duties to include vegetation removal, irrigation structure repair, concrete/masonry work, ditch clearing and cleaning, fence repair,...

Street Maintenance Laborer

  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 22 days ago
  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 22 days ago

eating; Safely uses and operates various construction and maintenance equipment and tools such as service trucks and water trucks, light equipment, cutting and breaking equipment, jack hammer, tamper...

Trimmer Trainee

  • Ruidoso, NM
  • 22 days ago
  • Ruidoso, NM
  • 22 days ago

Qualifications What We're Looking For: Love of the outdoors Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscaping, or working at heights Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation...

Fountains and Pottery Laborer

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 24 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 24 days ago

Position is Tuesday through Saturday 8 am - 5 pm NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED The Laborer will assist with customers in an outdoor setting to find, select and purchase from selections of fountains, pottery...

Laborer needed to clean yard

  • Embudo, NM
  • 24 days ago
  • Embudo, NM
  • 24 days ago

Laborer needed to clean yard (Pilar) 12 route 570 compensation: Negotiable employment type: job title: Landscaping Title. I need my yard waste cleaned. Truck needed. Principals only....

Trimmer

  • Farmington, NM
  • 28 days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 28 days ago

Davey offers both DdRT/MRS and SRT/SRS climbing systems Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for major electric utility providers....

Landscaper

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 29 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 29 days ago

Seeking a landscape gardener to maintain the picturesque clubhouse grounds. The job consists of planting, deadheading, pruning, hedging, and mowing....

Demographic Data for New Mexico

Moving to New Mexico? Find some basic demographic data about New Mexico below.


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Salary for Laborer Jobs in New Mexico

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 Mexico 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 Mexico
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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