Landscape Technician Jobs in Iowa

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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Experienced Sprinkler Service Technician

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 days ago

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

Senior Sprinkler Service Technician

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 60+ days ago

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

(USA) Exterior Services Technician

  • Centerville, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Centerville, IA
  • 2 days ago

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

Grounds Technician

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities include planting, pruning, cultivating of trees, shrubs, flowers, and the seeding, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming of all University grounds....

Line Maintenance Technician

  • Eddyville, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Eddyville, IA
  • 4 days ago

Line Maintenance Technician Job Description Summary Job Description Light Maintenance Technician Who Are We? C&W Services is the industry leader in cutting-edge maintenance and janitorial programs...

Logistics Technician

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 8 days ago

Description We want to hire people who care about what they do. At Central Life Sciences, we are proud to supply animal healthcare products throughout the United States and beyond. Quality is a...

(USA) Technician, Facility Services, Irrigation Exterior Services

  • Eddyville, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Eddyville, IA
  • 10 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...

Plant Health Care Technician

  • IA
  • 10 days ago
  • IA
  • 10 days ago

These services include tree care, landscaping and maintenance, plant design and maintenance, lawn care, holiday lights and decor, snow and ice management, and mulch....

Maintenance Technician

  • West Branch, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • West Branch, IA
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine and preventative maintenance to maintain and improve the physical integrity of the property. They must also...

Light Maintenance Technician - Entry

  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 12 days ago

Light Maintenance Technician - Entry Job Description Summary General light maintenance activities within the Process Area Support environment Job Description Who Are We? C&W Services is the...

Maintenance Technician (Full-Time)

  • Johnston, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Johnston, IA
  • 12 days ago

Under general supervision, the Maintenance Technician will perform facility repairs and preventative maintenance work assignments as assigned. This may include a wide range of general maintenance...

Irrigation Crew Technician

  • IA
  • 12 days ago
  • IA
  • 12 days ago

Our services include tree care, landscaping and maintenance, plant design and maintenance, lawn care, holiday lights and decor, snow and ice management, and mulch....

Landscape Operator

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 18 days 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 ///...

Exterior Services Irrigation Technician

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 18 days ago

Certifications Irrigation system certifications or licenses are a plus....

(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 24 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 24 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Iowa

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Landscape Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Landscape Ecology
This is the first MOOC to teach Landscape Ecology. Participants learn theory, methods and tools to understand the landscapes we live in and to solve landscape-related environmental problems. What...
Food and Nutrition Security in Urbanising Landscapes
Our landscapes are urbanizing, which has a serious impact on food and nutrition. Learn to look beyond the sectoral and administrative boundaries of your work and see how the rural and the urban...
Exploring the Landscape of Antibiotic Resistance in Microbiomes
In the fight against antibiotic resistance, microbial communities and the resistomes they carry are increasingly important data sources. This field is rapidly advancing, but the big data generated...

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Iowa 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
15.1%
Master's Degree
5.5%
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 Iowa
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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