Landscape Technician Jobs in Detroit, MI

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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Fire Sprinkler Service Technician (union)

  • Johnson Controls
  • Farmington Hills, MI (20 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI (20 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 23 days ago

What you will do Receive service calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions. Contact customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems...

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General Environmental Technician 2 (Floricultural Helper)

  • City of Detroit, MI
  • Detroit, MI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 3 hours ago

Assist in the maintenance of landscaped areas such as weeding, watering, deadheading, cutting back, mulching and pruning....

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General Environmental Technician 2 (Floricultural Helper)

  • City of Detroit
  • Detroit, MI (1 mile from Detroit, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI (1 mile from Detroit, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Assist in the maintenance of landscaped areas such as weeding, watering, deadheading, cutting back, mulching and pruning....

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Lawncare Technician

  • Winter Services LLC
  • Romulus, MI (17 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Romulus, MI (17 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 4 days ago

This role includes mowing, trimming, edging, and performing general lawn care tasks under the guidance of the landscaping crew....

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Landscape crew member!

  • Redford, MI (11 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Redford, MI (11 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Weeding, trimming, mulch, etc. Livonia area....

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Grounds Technician

  • Edward Rose & Sons
  • Westland, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Westland, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 13 days ago

lawn, trees, shrubs, and plants to management Edging around trees and landscape borders to maintain a neat appearance Raking grounds and blowing or sweeping sidewalks, and parking lots, as required...

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Fire Sprinkler Technician

  • GPAC
  • Detroit, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 13 days ago

A well-established and highly respected fire protection company is actively seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Technician to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for...

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Irrigation Technician (Detroit) Chauffeur's license required - Certification preferred

  • BrightView Landscapes, LLC
  • Detroit, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 14 days ago

An understanding in basic irrigation design, irrigation equipment, and electrical principles. Minimum of 5 years' irrigation experience. Experience with two-wire irrigation systems....

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Senior Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

  • Siemens
  • Plymouth, MI (24 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI (24 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 16 days ago

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are i mproving how we live,...

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Landscape Spray Technician

  • Continuum Services
  • Farmington Hills, MI (20 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI (20 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 28 days ago

What You'll Do Maintain landscaped beds to ensure they are weed-free and free of debris Perform weeding (hand and spray application) and pruning as needed Safely operate and maintain landscaping equipment...

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Technician II - ExperiGreen Lawn Care

  • Turf Masters Brands
  • Westland, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Westland, MI (15 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

General Responsibilities: Safely apply fertilizers, weed control, pest control, and other lawn care chemicals according to company guidelines and application guidelines....

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Irrigation Technician - Bonus Opportunity

  • DJ's Landscape Management
  • Romulus, MI (17 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Romulus, MI (17 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Irrigation Technician Join Michigan's largest landscape management company as an Irrigation Technician!...

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Fire Sprinkler Systems Repair Technician

  • Cintas
  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Fire Sprinkler Systems Repair Technician Troy, MI Job Details Full-time 17 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance...

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Fire Sprinkler Service Technician Level I

  • CertaSite, LLC
  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Fire Sprinkler Service Technician Level I at CertaSite, LLC Fire Sprinkler Service Technician Level I at CertaSite, LLC in Troy, Michigan Posted in about 20 hours ago. Job Description: CertaSite,...

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Fire Sprinkler Service Technician Level II

  • CertaSite, LLC
  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

Fire Sprinkler Service Technician Level II at CertaSite, LLC Fire Sprinkler Service Technician Level II at CertaSite, LLC in Troy, Michigan Posted in 4 days ago. Job Description: CertaSite, LLC...

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Demographic Data for Detroit, MI

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Detroit, MI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Detroit, MI offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
Bachelor's Degree
24.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.1%
Associate's Degree
15.2%
Master's Degree
5.7%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Landscape Technicians in Detroit, MI
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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