Landscape Technician Jobs in South Carolina

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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Irrigation Technician

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

The Irrigation Technician will oversee various irrigation and landscaping maintenance contracts on high-profile commercial properties. What would my responsibilities be?...

Sprinkler Service Technician I

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 18 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 18 days ago

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

Maintenance Technician

  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 hours ago

Job Title Maintenance Technician Job Description Summary Responsible to assist with the operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings, industrial...

Park Technician

  • Columbia, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 8 hours ago

Oconee State Park has all of the perks of a relaxing mountain getaway. The Oconee State Park campground, Rustic, CCC-era cabins and a lake with a swimming hole, canoe rentals and fishing...

Lead Technician, Exterior Services

  • North Augusta, SC
  • 14 hours ago
  • North Augusta, SC
  • 14 hours 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...

Landscape Crew Member II

  • Greenville, SC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 14 hours ago

maintenance duties including leaf removal, pruning shrubs and trees, fertilizing, lawn care and watering Remove litter and emptying trash cans Clean roads, parking lots and walks to ensure safety of...

Grounds Technician II (Public Works) - 0225

  • Greenville, SC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 17 hours ago

Proper pruning of small trees and shrubs following ANSI 300A pruning standard. Department of Transportation work zone safety measures for traffic control....

Irrigation Tech/Landscape Construction

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a new 'work motivated' person to join our team in LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION...NOT LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE. Person should have experience in all aspects, or willing and able to learn....

Maintenance Technician

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 2 days ago

, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves and twigs Assist in the preparation of make-ready units, including but not limited to removing trash from vacant apartments...

Driver/Landscape Crew Member

  • Ladson, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Ladson, SC
  • 3 days ago

Heres what youd do: Youd create beautiful environments by providing landscape maintenance support to a variety of industrial, commercial, and/or public properties....

Maintenance Technician (Part-time)

  • Summerville, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Summerville, SC
  • 4 days ago

Assists with regular maintenance, if applicable, of pools, spa, sauna, steam room, water features, landscape and irrigation systems, etc. Assists with regular maintenance of fire safety systems....

Grounds Technician

  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Hilton Head Island, SC
  • 4 days ago

maintenance experience preferred Valid Driver's License May require varied work schedule What We Offer A supportive environment where your skills and contributions are valued A comprehensive benefits...

Grounds Technician

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

the apartment community Upkeep on parking lots, grounds surrounding the buildings, corridors, stairwells, laundry rooms, and mechanical rooms, if applicable Collecting and removing trash as needed Weeding...

Greenskeeper III and Irrigation Tech

  • Landrum, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Landrum, SC
  • 5 days ago

installation, troubleshooting, repair, and scheduling exp is required Basic understanding of operating lawn care equipment and its safety procedures Must be accurate and have strong attention to detail...

Sprinkler Installer III

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 5 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 -...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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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...
Sustainable & Inclusive Landscapes
Enhance your transformative thinking and action to build sustainable integrated climate-smart landscapes and contribute to our worlds SDGs. Were facing a number of complex and interrelated...
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...

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in South Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in South Carolina offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.2%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Master's Degree
5.4%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Landscape Technicians in South Carolina
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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