Laborer Jobs in Kinderhook, NY

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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Overhead Tree Trimmer

  • Delmar, NY (17 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Delmar, NY (17 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Advantage Tree Service, LLC Overhead Tree Trimmer in Delmar , New York Overhead Tree Trimmer: (4) Fulltime, Temporary, Peak Load (H-2B) Jobs available 04/01/2025-11/30/2025. Employer: Advantage...

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery,

  • Selkirk, NY (12 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Selkirk, NY (12 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Anticipated period of employment: 04/01/2025 to 12/03/2025 No experience required. Duties may include: Operate machinery and equipment to fertilize, cultivate, and spray green houses, crops, and...

Landscape Laborer

  • Voorheesville, NY (21 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Voorheesville, NY (21 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Landscape Contractor in Business 46 Years We are looking for landscape laborers Full time - 40 hr week guaranteed Starting Pay $22 an hr further compensation may apply if experienced Starting Date is...

Laborers Needed. 3 openings

  • Selkirk, NY (12 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Selkirk, NY (12 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 6 days ago

We install Concrete Landscape Borders around landscaping, flower beds, ponds and more. 19yr company with all the right equipment. No shortage of work. No experience needed, will train....

Landscaper / property maintenance / laborer - $20 and up

  • Wynantskill, NY (20 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wynantskill, NY (20 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a full time employee(s) to carry daily tasks such as lawn mowing (zero turn/ push mower), weed whacking, mulching application, hedge trimming, tree trimming / removal, planting, snow...

Landscape Helper Wanted

  • East Jewett, NY (24 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • East Jewett, NY (24 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Tasks include: planting and transplanting; spreading compost; moving rocks; pruning apple trees; removing invasive species; and mowing lawn. Will learn basics of permaculture gardening....

Laborer

  • Menands, NY (20 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Menands, NY (20 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 10 days ago

The Transfer Station Laborer performs general labor duties at a transfer station completing tasks such as yard clean-up, fueling vehicles and equipment, general vehicle operation, general office maintenance...

Landscaper

  • Great Barrington, MA (24 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Great Barrington, MA (24 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Responsibilities: - Maintain lawns, gardens, and other spaces by mowing, edging, trimming, and fertilizing. - Design and install landscaping features such as flower beds, shrubs, trees, patios, retaining...

Field Summer Laborer

  • Selkirk, NY (12 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Selkirk, NY (12 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Duties include, but not limited to: Manual labor Landscaping Painting Other duties as assigned per the supervisor Requirements Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated Regular and...

Farm Crew Member

  • Hillsdale, NY (15 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hillsdale, NY (15 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Equipment Introductory Grazing and Animal Management Agricultural Economics and Agricultural Community Models Farm Crew Duties & Responsibilities: Greenhouse planting, transplanting in the fields, weeding...

Field Summer Laborer

  • South Bethlehem, NY (12 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • South Bethlehem, NY (12 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Duties include, but not limited to: Manual labor Landscaping Painting Other duties as assigned per the supervisor Requirements Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated Regular and...

Field Summer Laborer Capital Region

  • Selkirk, NY (12 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Selkirk, NY (12 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 23 days ago

Duties include, but not limited to: Manual labor Landscaping Painting Other duties as assigned per the supervisor Requirements Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated Regular and...

Landscape Laborer

  • Slingerlands, NY (19 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Slingerlands, NY (19 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 28 days ago

This includes mowing, weed eating, edging, raking, trimming, planting, pruning, aerating, fertilizing, and watering. Performs spring and fall lawn and flower bed clean ups....

Farmworkers and Laborers

  • Hudson, NY (10 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Hudson, NY (10 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 28 days ago

Duties will include transplanting, seeding, weeding, thinning, pruning, cleaning, packing, washing, and harvesting produce....

Nursery workers

  • Valatie, NY (2 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Valatie, NY (2 miles from Kinderhook, NY)
  • 29 days ago

Jobs may include any combination of planting, cultivating, hoeing, propagating, transplanting, fertilizing, pruning, spacing, preparing soil, weeding, spraying and watering, tagging, mowing, loading...

Demographic Data for Kinderhook, NY

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Salary for Laborer Jobs in Kinderhook, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Laborer positions.



Highest Education Level

Laborers in Kinderhook, NY 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 Kinderhook, NY
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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