Landscape Technician Jobs in Seattle, WA

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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(USA) Exterior Services Technician

  • Port Orchard, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Walmart is expanding its workforce and is currently seeking Landscape Technicians to join our local retail stores....

Landscape Operator

  • Port Orchard, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Position Requirements: Must be 21 years or older Minimum 1 year of experience in landscape maintenance or groundskeeping DOT Physical Required Heavy equipment experience required High school diploma...

Maintenance Technician

  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Maintenance Technician - Riverstone

  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Responsibilities ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and...

Irrigation Technician

  • Edmonds, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Edmonds, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Sound Irrigation is actively seeking a full-time service technician. Looking for a team member to provide outstanding customer service in repairing and maintaining existing irrigation systems....

Maintenance Technician

  • Bothell, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Salary : $25 to $27 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday Explore The Marina at Martha Lake Unlock your potential with Avenue5 Residential. Your ideas. Your...

Maintenance Technician

  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Salary:$25-$28 per hour Explore Beam: http://https//www.beamapts.com/ Unlock your potential with Avenue5 Residential. Your ideas. Your development. Your...

Maintenance Technician - Hampton Green

  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 8 days ago

ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in...

(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS

  • Port Orchard, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Facility Maintenance Tech

  • Des Moines, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW:This position is to provide a safe work environment by performing facility maintenance and repairs and providing oversight and coordination of vendor repairs.ESSENTIAL...

(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator ...

  • Port Orchard, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (12 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 9 days ago

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

Lawn care technician $250/day

  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA (13 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 10 days ago

un Lawn care technician $250/day (Everett) compensation: $250 per day I'm looking for a solid lawn maintenance technician to help us service a multitude of properties stretching between Everett and...

Maintenance Technician- Redstone

  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 12 days ago

ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in...

Maintenance Technician

  • Gig Harbor, WA (24 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (24 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 16 days ago

Operates, repairs, and maintains irrigation systems or service lines. Performs utility locates. Constructs and/or installs new structures and facilities....

Fire Sprinkler Service & Install Fitter Technician

  • Milton, WA (24 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Milton, WA (24 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 21 days ago

We are looking for a Fire Sprinkler Service Fitter & Install Technician to join our team! As a Fire Sprinkler Service Fitter & Install Technician, you're responsible for the installation,...

Demographic Data for Seattle, WA

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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
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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Seattle, WA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA
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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