Landscape Technician Jobs in Manhattan, KS

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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Lead Irrigation Technician

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 1 day ago

Lead Irrigation Technician Kansas State University is seeking a skilled and motivated Irrigation Technician II to join our Grounds & Landscape Services team....

Biosafety Animal Technician

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 7 days ago

/ Maintenance Custodial / Landscaping / Skilled Trades Dining / Hospitality Education / Instructional Engineering Entomology Event Management / Services Executive / Director / Management Extension...

Diagnostic Technician I

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 11 days ago

Diagnostic Technician I The Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (KSVDL) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for a Research Assistant in the Virology...

Property Maintenance Technician

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 21 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 21 days ago

Regularly treat for weeds, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs as needed, and perform other lawn care services as...

Diagnostic Technician II - NGS

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Diagnostic Technician II - NGS This position is for a BSL-2 laboratory Research Assistant, (NGS Specialist/Analyst) whose primary responsibility is to provide support to diagnostic and R&D...

Research Technician

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Research Technician The Division of Biology is wanting to hire Research Technicians - Kansas Wild Turkeys, Greater Prairie Chickens and Mourning Doves Research 518444 Manhattan, Kansas, United...

Animal Technician I - Large Animal Caretaker (Temp)

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Animal Technician I - Large Animal Caretaker (Temp) This position exists to provide quality animal care to patient, teaching and research animals in the KSU-VHC. 516229 Manhattan, Kansas, United...

Animal Technician I- Large Animal

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Animal Technician I- Large Animal The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for an Animal Technician I- Large Animal. This position...

Diagnostic Technician - Toxicology

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Diagnostic Technician - Toxicology This position will support daily testing in the analytical laboratory. The primary role will focus on assistance in test development and testing of water samples...

Diagnostic Technician - Histology

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Diagnostic Technician - Histology The person in this position will perform histology duties related to service and research. Duties will include trimming (grossing) of fixed biopsy and necropsy...

Animal Technician I

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Animal Technician I This position provides essential workload and responsibilities for the KSU Swine Unit associated with animal care, and well-being. 519838 Manhattan, Kansas, United States...

Animal Technician II

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Animal Technician II The Dairy Teaching and Research Center (DTRC) is seeking applicants for a fulltime Animal Technician 11. Work schedules will depend on the needs determined by the DTRC manager...

Demographic Data for Manhattan, KS

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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...
Water and Ports, Historic Cities and Landscapes
Addressing current and future challenges for socially, economically and environmentally sustainable cities and communities The program Water and Ports, Historic Cities and Landscapes comprises two...

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Manhattan, KS

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Manhattan, KS 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 Manhattan, KS
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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