Landscape Technician Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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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Spray Technician

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 7 days ago

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight states across the United States. We are a...

(USA) Technician, Facility Services, Irrigation Exterior Services

  • Berthoud, CO (21 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Berthoud, CO (21 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 14 days ago

As a Technician in Facility Services, Irrigation Exterior Services, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining our irrigation systems, ensuring efficient operation and a well-maintained outdoor environment...

Facilities Maintenance Technician

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 17 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 17 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for performing general maintenance and repairs on equipment...

Lawn Care Technician

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 23 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 23 days ago

Position Overview We are looking for a Lawn Care Technician to join our team. You will be performing lawn care applications in and around the Fort Collins area....

(USA) Exterior Services Technician

  • Eaton, CO (24 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Eaton, CO (24 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 23 days ago

Walmart is expanding its workforce and is currently seeking Landscape Technicians to join our local retail stores....

(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS

  • Laporte, CO (8 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Laporte, CO (8 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

Duties include mowing, trimming and pruning to ensure the exterior environment remains pristine....

Lodging Maintenance Technician - Year Round

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago

GENERAL LANDSCAPING/SNOW REMOVAL: Assist with basic landscaping tasks (weeding, watering plants, sweeping outside pathways, weed-spraying)....

Maintenance Technician

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Laboratory Technician-RAI or RAII (Prenni)

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 45+ days ago

Laboratory Technician-RAI or RAII (Prenni) Colorado State University - 4.2 Fort Collins, CO Job Details Full-time $45,000 - $55,000 a year 10 hours ago Qualifications Biology Laboratory experience...

Streets Technician I-III

  • Berthoud, CO (21 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Berthoud, CO (21 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Performs all phases of street maintenance such as, but not limited to street patching, crack sealing, storm drain cleaning, roadside and alley clean-up, mowing weeds, installation and maintenance of...

(USA) Technician, Facility Services, Irrigation Ex...

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 60+ days ago

As a Technician in Facility Services, Irrigation Exterior Services, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining our irrigation systems, ensuring efficient operation and a well-maintained outdoor environment...

(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator ...

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Duties include mowing, trimming and pruning to ensure the exterior environment remains pristine....

Demographic Data for Fort Collins, CO

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Fort Collins, CO 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 Fort Collins, CO
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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