Landscape Technician Jobs in Charlotte, NC

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

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Build your best future 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,...

Lead Sprinkler Installer

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Be part of the future! We are one team, dedicated to working collaboratively to create purposeful solutions that propel the world forward. We hope you will join our diverse team of top people you...

(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS

  • Belmont, NC (11 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Belmont, NC (11 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 3 hours ago

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

Grounds Services Technician/Playing Fields

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Daily Tasks to include: Litter Control, Tractor Operation, Weed Eating, Edging, Blowing, Mowing, Seeding and Fertilizing, Installation, Watering, Irrigation Repair, Operation of Irrigation, Pruning,...

Public Works Technician I

  • Huntersville, NC (12 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntersville, NC (12 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Operates weed eaters, plate tamps, chainsaws, mixers and other hand and power tools frequently. Inspects fire extinguishers....

Field Service Technician - SC/NC

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago

Field Service Technician - SC/NC AMAROK life insurance, flexible benefit account, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan, company vehicle United States, North Carolina, Charlotte Jun 10,...

(golf course/NCAA division 1 sports fields) Two years' experience in progressive grounds/landscape maintenance fieldwork is preferred....

Landscape Crew Member

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 5 days ago

We Offer: Monthly bonus potential Competitive pay Company paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, life) Paid Holidays Paid time off Year-round employment We are looking for Landscaping Crew...

Lead Technician, Exterior Services

  • Monroe, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Monroe, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 8 days ago

environment Proficiency in utilizing technology (phones, tablets, laptops) for work order management and record-keeping Willingness and ability to perform landscaping tasks such as cutting grass, weed...

Spray Technician

  • Matthews, NC (13 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Matthews, NC (13 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 8 days ago

About FineTurf FineTurf is a locally-owned lawn care company that was founded in 2017. We pride ourselves on taking care of our customers and our employees....

Maintenance Tech

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 9 days ago

About our community We are an exceptional assisted living community, personalizing in the approach of ensuring every resident has their specific needs met at every stage. We strive daily to create...

Fire Sprinkler Technician

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 13 days ago

Position Number: 009627 Department: Facilities Management (Adm) Employment Type: Permanent - Full-time Months Per Year: 12 Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Inspect, repair and maintain...

Fire Sprinkler Technician The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 15 days ago

Position Number: 009627 Department: Facilities Management (Adm) Employment Type: Permanent - Full-time Months Per Year: 12 Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Inspect, repair and maintain...

(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

  • Monroe, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Monroe, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 16 days ago

environment Proficiency in utilizing technology (phones, tablets, laptops) for work order management and record-keeping Willingness and ability to perform landscaping tasks such as cutting grass, weed...

(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior...

  • Monroe, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Monroe, NC (20 miles from Charlotte, NC)
  • 16 days ago

environment Proficiency in utilizing technology (phones, tablets, laptops) for work order management and record-keeping Willingness and ability to perform landscaping tasks such as cutting grass, weed...

Demographic Data for Charlotte, NC

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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 Charlotte, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte, NC
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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