Landscape Technician Jobs in California

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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Join our team at Tellechea Landscape Construction LLC as an Irrigation tech and skilled laborer in Fallbrook, CA 92028....

Senior Agricultural Technician - Five Points, CA, Job ID 74463

  • Five Points, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Five Points, CA
  • 13 days ago

Provide plant care and maintenance including weeding, pruning, hedging, thinning of leaves and limbs, removal of trees and shrubs and harvesting of fruit....

Provide plant care and maintenance including weeding, pruning, hedging, thinning of leaves and limbs, removal of trees and shrubs and harvesting of fruit....

Experienced Irrigation Technician

  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 hour ago

We are currently hiring Full time experienced Irrigation technicians....

Maintenance Technician

  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Salary : $24 to $26 per hour plus bonuses! Explore Adagio on the Green Unlock your potential with Avenue5 Residential. Your ideas. Your development. Your...

Landscape Irrigation Technician - Marin

  • San Rafael, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Rafael, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Performs grounds maintenance functions (e.g., pulling weeds, raking leaves) using hand tools (e.g., pick, shovel) or landscape equipment (e.g., lawnmowers, weed eaters)....

Low Voltage Landscape Lighting & Audio Technician

  • Goleta, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Goleta, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Job Opening: Low Voltage Landscape Lighting & Audio Technician Location: Goleta, Santa Barbara & Surrounding Areas Position Type: Part-Time Compensation: $18$25/hour (DOE) About Us LIGHTSCAPES by...

Landscape Maintenance Technician

  • Sebastopol, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sebastopol, CA
  • 7 hours ago

We are growing and are currently hiring for the following positions: LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN, FULL TIME We are looking to hire 1-2 Landscape Maintenance Technician to help manage a variety...

Certified Irrigation Technician

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 7 hours ago

The Irrigation Technician will oversee assigned field jobs, support Crew Leaders, Landscape Maintenance Foreman & General Manager and ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and production standards...

Pest Service Technician

  • Vacaville, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Vacaville, CA
  • 7 hours ago

We maintain excellence in everything we do, from our first point of contact with our customers, through their customized pest control and lawn care treatments, and then into a watchful continuing care...

Maintenance Technician I-Linea

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago

is responsible for upkeep of landscape and general exterior image of the property; this includes removing trash and litter, sweeping and pressure washing sidewalks and pathways, basic gardening and weeding...

Landscape Technician

  • Lancaster, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lancaster, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Walmart is expanding its workforce across local retail stores and is actively recruiting Landscape Technicians....

Landscape Operator

  • La Habra, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • La Habra, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Position Requirements: * Minimum 1 year of experience in landscape maintenance or groundskeeping * DOT Physical Required * Heavy equipment experience required * High school diploma or equivalent ///...

LOVE WORKING OUTDOORS? We're looking for 3 Landscape Techs!

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Habitat Restoration Landscape Technician works under the general supervision of landscape foremen and project managers to implement ecological landscape and habitat restoration projects throughout...

Landscape Technician - experienced, $20-$25/hour DOE

  • Redding, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Redding, CA
  • 1 day ago

Are you an experienced landscape maintenance technician? Join a small company, with opportunity to grow. Please share your resume and references....

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in California

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 Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in California offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
5.4%
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 California
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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