Landscape Technician Jobs in Farmington Hills, 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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Sprinkler Service Technician

  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 14 days ago

Receive se rvice calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions. Contact customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems problems....

Vegetation Control Spray Technician (Canton) Requires MDARD State Licenses

  • Canton, MI (12 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Canton, MI (12 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 8 hours ago

Description At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be...

Landscape Technician (CDL REQUIRED) Waterford, MI

  • Waterford Township, MI (12 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waterford Township, MI (12 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 7 days ago

**Work Site:** On Site **Req ID:** 212286 **Position Overview** The **CLS Landscape Technician** is responsible for the maintenance, care, and enhancement of client turf and grounds landscape projects...

Landscape Technician (CDL REQUIRED) Waterford, MI

  • Waterford, MI (9 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waterford, MI (9 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Work Site: On Site Req ID: 212286 Position Overview The CLS Landscape Technician is responsible for the maintenance, care, and enhancement of client turf and grounds landscape projects and services,...

Grounds Technician

  • Belleville, MI (23 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Belleville, MI (23 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 9 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...

Help Wanted: Low Voltage Landscape Lighting Installer (Metro Detroit)

  • Highland Park, MI (16 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Highland Park, MI (16 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Help Wanted: Low Voltage Landscape Lighting Installer (Metro Detroit) image 1 of 3 compensation: $15-$22 depending on experience I'm looking for people to assist with installing low-voltage...

Maintenance Technician

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

Regularly treat for weeds, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, trim shrubs and hedges, and performs other lawn care services as necessary....

Senior Fire Sprinkler Service Technician

  • Plymouth, MI (11 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI (11 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 21 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. Improving how we live, work,...

Lawn Care Spray Technician Troy, MI

  • Troy, MI (14 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Troy, MI (14 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 22 days ago

Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company Locations: Troy, MI Additional Locations:. Work Site: On Site Req ID: 211810 Position Overview Job Duties This position has no current marketing description...

Nursery Technician

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

Responsibilities include: Transplanting rooted clones into coco Topping and pruning vegetative plants Taking cuttings from Mother plants and sticking cuttings into rockwool Pruning Mother plants according...

Cath Lab Technician - Per Diem

  • Garden City, MI (12 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Garden City, MI (12 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 28 days ago

Cath Lab Technician - Per Diem Facility Garden City Hospital Location US-MI-Garden City ID 2025-207885 Category Clinical Tech Position Type Per Diem Shift Days Job Type Non-Exempt Overview Join an...

CLS Golf Course Technician Fieldstone Golf Club - Auburn Hills, MI

  • Auburn Hills, MI (10 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (10 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Utilize irrigation systems and address minor repairs. Adhere to safety rules and proper use of equipment. Qualifications Ability to complete required safety courses upon hire....

Sprinkler Service Technician I

  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Receive se rvice calls from Service Resource Center, including a brief description of equipment/system malfunctions. Contact customer representative and ascertain equipment/systems problems....

Lawncare Technician Waterford, MI

  • Waterford Township, MI (12 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waterford Township, MI (12 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

**Work Site:** On Site **Req ID:** 210386 **Position Overview** The **CLS Landscape Technician** is responsible for the maintenance, care, and enhancement of client turf and grounds landscape projects...

Golf Course Technician Plum Brook Golf Course

  • Sterling Heights, MI (17 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI (17 miles from Farmington Hills, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Utilize irrigation systems and address minor repairs. Adhere to safety rules and proper use of equipment. Qualifications Ability to complete required safety courses upon hire....

Demographic Data for Farmington Hills, MI

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Farmington Hills, MI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Farmington Hills, MI 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 Farmington Hills, 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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