Laborer Jobs in West Virginia

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 21 Jobs

Commercial Landscape Laborer

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 14 hours ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 14 hours ago

Responsibilities: As a landscaper you will be working outside mowing, edging, fertilizing lawns, weeding and mulching landscapes, trimming hedges, shrubs, and small trees, removing unwanted trees, planting...

Landscaping Laborer

  • Lavalette, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Lavalette, WV
  • 3 days ago

A business in Lavalette is seeking a Landscaping Laborer for their business. You will be expected to assist with basic landscaping, such as planting, trimming, and various other duties....

Mayor's Summer Youth Jobs Program - Public Grounds Laborer

  • Charleston, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities, Tasks, and Projects Picking up litter in public areas Weeding, mulching, and plant maintenance Operating landscaping equipment such as: Weed trimmers Lawn mowers Leaf blowers Collecting...

Landscapers

  • Charleston, WV
  • 6 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 6 days ago

Landscaper Job Description: A local landscaping company is seeking reliable and hardworking Landscapers to join their team....

Landscaper

  • Lavalette, WV
  • 6 days ago
  • Lavalette, WV
  • 6 days ago

Landscaper (Lavalette) Lavalette Landscaping 162 lavalette nursery road compensation: Pay based on experience employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Landscaper Basic landscaping....

Maintenance Shop Laborer/Truck Washer

  • Fairmont, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Fairmont, WV
  • 7 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: A Laborer is responsible for safely and efficiently performing general labor duties at a hauling company, transfer station, recycling center or landfill....

Tree Trimmer 442 Union

  • Wayne, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • Wayne, WV
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Tree Trimmer-442 *We are hiring Entry-level and Skilled Trimmers and Climbers On-the-job training is provided. The perfect opportunity to build a career in the Line Clearance industry....

Landscape Worker (Multiple positions available)

  • Huntington, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 12 days ago

Duties: Performs regular and directed grounds and landscape maintenance by mowing lawns with riding or push mowers; trimming and edging around trees, shrubs, ground cover, flowers, sidewalks and buildings...

Landscape Laborer-- $10/hr

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 15 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 15 days ago

un Landscape Laborer-- $10/hr image 1 of 2 compensation: $10 an hour ENTRY LEVEL-- PART-TIME--AS NEEDED-- LABORER FOR LAWN CARE COMPANY No experience necessary....

Landscape Crew Members and Supervisors

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 16 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 16 days ago

-Hiring Crew Members and Supervisors -Landscape Maintenance Work -Landscape Installation Work -Flexible Hours (Full and Part Time) -Seasonal and Year Round Work -Top Pay -Must have own transportation...

Laborer - Public Works

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 21 days ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 21 days ago

CITY OF MARTINSBURG FULL TIME PUBLIC WORKS LABORER - SANITATION The City of Martinsburg is now accepting applications for full-time Public Works-Laborer positions in the Sanitation Department....

Facility Operations - Part Time Conversion Crew

  • Charleston, WV
  • 60+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 60+ days ago

Possible outdoor duties include, but are not limited to: Trash pick-up, weed eating, mowing, fixing mulch, general landscaping, shoveling snow and laying salt when the weather permits Other duties and...

Tree Trimmer 442

  • Oak Hill, WV
  • 24 days ago
  • Oak Hill, WV
  • 24 days ago

Utilities Service, LLC Tree Trimmer 442 in Oak Hill , West Virginia Description Job Title: Tree Trimmer-442 *We are hiring Entry-level and Skilled Trimmers and Climbers On-the-job training is...

Seasonal Laborer

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 26 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 26 days ago

Use of Technology & Equipment The position has daily use of light equipment such as push mowers, weed whackers, custodial equipment, leaf blowers, shovels, rakes, brooms, etc....

Seasonal Laborer - Parks & Rec

  • Charleston, WV
  • 28 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 28 days ago

Summary: Performs grass cutting, lawn care and other grounds maintenance at City owned/operated facilities....

Demographic Data for West Virginia

Moving to West Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about West Virginia below.


Local
National
1,793,392
34,659

Laborer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLandscaping curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Sustainable Agribusiness
A focus on sustainable agricultural and agribusiness practices around the globe. The Sustainable Agriculture MicroMasters program provides you the knowledge to create a healthy environment,...
Speed Reading for Business. Improve focus and comprehension.
THIS IS THE 4 HOUR SPEED READING COURSE PROGRAMME THAT CAN DOUBLE YOUR READING SPEED You will read at least 66% faster or your money back. The teacher, Alex Garcez, gave up his Engineering degree...
A Promise to My Father
Follow Israel “Izzy” Arbeiter as he returns to the sites of his darkest hours and relives the Holocaust's unimaginable horrors. Arbeiter's incredible story of survival unfolds in Nazi-occupied...

Salary for Laborer Jobs in West Virginia

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 West Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.7%
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 West Virginia
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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Laborer Related Career Advice Articles

Collage showing the best areas for landscaping jobs in the united states
5 Best States for Landscaping Jobs

Find out what state has the most landscaping jobs and the best places in the United States for green industry professionals to launch their landscaping careers.

Read article »