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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Operations Technician

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 3 hours ago

Operations Technician The Cereal Chemistry Lab at Grain Science and Industry is seeking motivated and dedicated candidates to conduct various sample tests, analyze and summarize the collected...

Airport Maintenance Technician I

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 3 days ago

Performs horticulture & forestry duties as required; tree cutting/removal, landscaping, irrigations, chemical mixing, wildlife control, etc....

Diagnostic Technician

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 6 days ago

Diagnostic Technician The personnel in this position will be responsible for collection of specimens from rabies diagnostic cases, sample preparation, nucleic acid extraction, serum dilutions,...

Lead Landscape Technician

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 14 days ago

Lead Landscape Technician The Lead Landscape Tech II position will provide horticulture knowledge for completion of Grounds tasks, assistance in general Grounds maintenance, and leading other tech II's...

Maintenance & Repair Technician II

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

Maintenance & Repair Technician II This position is responsible for independent troubleshooting and repairing all equipment related to custodial services. The individual plays a critical role in...

Diagnostic Technician I

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 45+ 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...

Diagnostic Technician II - NGS

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 60+ 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
  • 60+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 60+ days ago

Research Technician The purpose of this position is to assist with grazing and range research projects ongoing at the Hilas Bay and Emma Browning Rannells Flint Hills Prairie Preserve. 520221...

Animal Technician I - Large Animal Caretaker (Temp)

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 60+ 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
  • 60+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 60+ 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 - Histology

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 60+ 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 II

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 60+ 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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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...
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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
15.0%
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 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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