Landscape Technician Jobs in Irvine, CA

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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Principal Agricultural Technician - Irvine, CA, Job ID 73834

  • Irvine, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 13 days ago

-Perform land preparation and cultural operations including but not limited to plowing, discing, sub-soiling, leveling, planting, harvesting, pruning, irrigating, mowing, and plant removal....

Irrigation Technician

  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

We're looking for an Irrigation Technician. Can you picture yourself here?...

Maintenance Technician

  • Pomona, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pomona, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Salary: $20 to $22 per hour Unlock your potential with Avenue5 Residential. Your ideas. Your development. Your experience. We take care of you, so you can take...

(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS

  • Lake Elsinore, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lake Elsinore, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Duties include mowing, trimming and pruning to ensure the exterior environment remains pristine. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence....

Irrigation Technician

  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Contractors and Maintain Drawings Assist in managing irrigation projects Monitor that contractors are following FU irrigation standards Work with CAD operator on keeping records of irrigation drawings...

(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago

environment + Proficiency in utilizing technology (phones, tablets, laptops) for work order management and record-keeping + Willingness and ability to perform landscaping tasks such as cutting grass, weed...

(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior...

  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 10 days ago

environment Proficiency in utilizing technology (phones, tablets, laptops) for work order management and record-keeping Willingness and ability to perform landscaping tasks such as cutting grass, weed...

Landscape & Irrigation Technician

  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Whittier, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Report observations to park management team for resolution Understand basic irrigation systems from the valve box to the sprinkler head. Perform minor system adjustments and repairs....

Greens Maint Technician - Lake Forest

  • Lake Forest, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 13 days ago

raking and edging sand and repairing damaged areas Install and repair irrigation systems as needed Monitor and adjust chemical applications for fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides as directed Assist...

Maintenance Technician

  • Irvine, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 14 days ago

Job Title Maintenance Technician Job Description Summary Responsible to assist with the operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings, industrial...

Grounds and Landscape Specialist Senior (IN-HOUSE ONLY)

  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Requires knowledge of horticulture and methods of planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, trees, and lawns. 3....

TRANSFER - Grounds and Landscape Specialist Senior

  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Requires knowledge of horticulture and methods of planting, cultivating, pruning, and caring for plants, trees, and lawns. 3....

Maintenance Technician

  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Regularly treats for weeds, plants flowers/shrubs, spreads mulch, trims hedges, cuts and removes tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and performs other lawn care services as necessary....

Sports Field Setup Technician

  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Turf Maintenance: Perform routine turf care tasks, including mowing, aerating, and fertilizing. Repair and patch damaged areas of the field to maintain a consistent playing surface....

Maintenance Technician

  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Salary : $24 to $26 per hour Explore Ocean Breeze Villas Unlock your potential with Avenue5 Residential. Your ideas. Your development. Your experience. We take...

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Irvine, CA 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 Irvine, CA
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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