Landscape Technician Jobs in Vancouver, 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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Natural Resources Technician

  • Ridgefield, WA (7 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Ridgefield, WA (7 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 11 hours ago

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Performs tree hazard abatement, mowing and clearing lands of trees and brush; noxious weed and invasive species control according to established policies and procedures...

Maintenance Technician

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Salary : $22 to $25 per hour plus bonuses! Explore Fox Pointe Unlock your potential with Avenue5 Residential. Your ideas. Your development. Your experience. We...

Irrigation Technician - Seattle, WA

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 21 days ago

***Seattle, WA Opportunity*** Crystal Greens Landscape is looking to hire a full-time experienced Irrigation Technician with knowledge of minor and major commercial irrigation repairs, commercial irrigation...

Fire Service Technician - Sprinkler Systems Inspector

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 25 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 25 days ago

Requisition Number: 198188 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Fire Service Technician - Sprinkler Systems Inspector for our Fire Protection business. Responsibilities include inspecting, testing...

Fire Sprinkler Systems Repair Technician

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 25 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 25 days ago

Requisition Number: 198187 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Systems Repair Technician for our Fire Protection business. Responsibilities include servicing, repairing, replacing...

Landscape Operator

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Position Requirements: Minimum 1 year of experience in landscape maintenance or groundskeeping DOT Physical Required Heavy equipment experience required High school diploma or equivalent ///////////...

Irrigation Technician (Tualatin)

  • Tualatin, OR (23 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tualatin, OR (23 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

We're looking for an Irrigation Technician to join our team....

Spray Technician

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Description Looking for an opportunity where success comes naturally? Then you may have found your crew. We're looking for a Spray Technician to join our team. Here's what you'd do: We're...

Irrigation Technician

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

We're looking for an Irrigation Technician to join our team....

General Maintenance Technician

  • Beaverton, OR (14 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (14 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

General Maintenance Technician Beaverton, OR, United States BE THE FIRST TO APPLY JOB DESCRIPTION Pay: $24/HR+ The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific...

(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 60+ days ago

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

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

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 60+ days ago

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

Licensed Spray Technician - Salem & Surrounding Area

  • Clackamas, OR (21 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Clackamas, OR (21 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

We are seeking a skilled and experienced fully licensed Spray Technician to join our landscaping business. As a Spray Technician, you will be responsible for applying pesticides, herbicides,...

Demographic Data for Vancouver, WA

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Landscape Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Vancouver, WA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Vancouver, WA 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
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

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