Landscape Technician Jobs in Tempe, AZ

A Landscape Technician is a professional who specializes in creating and maintaining aesthetically pleasing and sustainable outdoor spaces. Their roles are diverse, ranging from installing and maintaining lawns, gardens, trees, shrubs, and other plant life to designing and maintaining hardscape elements like patios, walkways, and water features. These professionals are also responsible for tasks like irrigation system setup and maintenance, pest and weed control, and soil preparation and fertilization. They work closely with landscape designers or landscape architects, and their work often involves using a variety of tools and heavy machinery.

To be successful in this role, a Landscape Technician should have a strong understanding of horticulture and knowledge in areas like irrigation and pesticide use. Essential skills include attention to detail, physical stamina, and proficiency in using a variety of landscaping tools and equipment. Many employers prefer candidates with a certification in landscaping or a related field, such as the Certified Landscape Technician (CLT) or Certified Arborist. Prior to becoming a Landscape Technician, a person might have roles like Landscape Laborer, Garden Center Associate, or Groundskeeper, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the landscaping industry.

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Faclities Maintenance Technician

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 3 hours ago

Overseeing proper maintenance of landscaping including but not limited to cutting grass, edging, and weeding flowerbed areas, properly placed, timed, and running sprinklers, maintaining trees, shrubs...

Maintenance Technician

  • Mesa, AZ (3 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mesa, AZ (3 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 3 hours ago

, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves and twigs Assist in the preparation of make-ready units, including but not limited to removing trash from vacant apartments...

Irrigation Technician - Commercial Landscape

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 19 hours ago

Duties include all aspects of landscape irrigation (installation, maintenance & repairs) and may include basic landscape functions including but not limited to weed eating, trimming, edging, blowing...

Controls Technician - Phoenix, AZ

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 21 hours ago

, Echelon Masonry, MoistureShield composite decking, RDI railing, Catalyst Fence Solutions, Sakrete packaged concrete, Amerimix mortar, Pebble Technology International pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches...

Maintenance Technician - Parks & Grounds

  • Queen Creek, AZ (24 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Queen Creek, AZ (24 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Performs a variety of grounds maintenance duties in park areas, landscapes, and/or other related areas, including mowing and edging lawns, watering, weeding, and pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges; prepares...

Maintenance Technician - Parks & Grounds

  • Queen Creek, AZ (22 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Queen Creek, AZ (22 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Performs a variety of grounds maintenance duties in park areas, landscapes, and/or other related areas, including mowing and edging lawns, watering, weeding, and pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges; prepares...

Irrigation Technician Needed

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

systems Experience needed in: * Installation and repairs of irrigation systems * Troubleshooting commercial irrigation systems/timers * Planning and scheduling work to provide preventative maintenance...

Spray Tech (Applicator's License Preferred)

  • Chandler, AZ (6 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (6 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

profile customers, worksites, and landscape results -A company that values and appreciates YOU Requirements Legal authorization to work in the United States Ability to diagnose insect, disease, and weed...

Landscape irrigation technician -$23-$33/hr.

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION REQUIREMENTS: -Must speak English and Spanish. -Minimum 2 years of experience in residential and commercial irrigation. -Valid drivers license and cleaning driving record....

Irrigation Technician

  • Peoria, AZ (23 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Peoria, AZ (23 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 6 days ago

supplies and equipment Operating and maintaining irrigation motors and pumps Performing regular and preventative maintenance on complex irrigation systems Maintaining parks and open space, irrigation...

Landscape Construction Laborer with Equipment Operator Experience

  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 7 days ago

-Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)...

Landscape Construction Laborer with Commercial Irrigation Installation

  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 7 days ago

-Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs (mulch, fertilizer, etc.)...

Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS

  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 8 days ago

Exterior Services Technician Operator DS - Drivers Walmart is hiring Landscape Technician Operators!...

Maintenance Technician

  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 13 days ago

Ensure lawns are mowed and trimmed and entryways, walkways and driveways are blown and free of debris. Ensure equipment is serviced on a regular basis to maintain safe operations....

Roadway Technician

  • Chandler, AZ (11 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (11 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 14 days ago

Experience in a maintenance environment, including mowing, sweeping, tree trimming, sprinkler repair, and/or weed spraying Job Contributions Install and maintain traffic control signing and barricading...

Demographic Data for Tempe, AZ

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Tempe, AZ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Tempe, AZ offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.1%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
5.6%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Landscape Technicians in Tempe, AZ
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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