Gardener Jobs in Detroit, MI

A Gardener in the landscaping industry is responsible for plant cultivation and maintenance, design and installation of plant structures, and overall landscape management. Their tasks may include planting, pruning, mowing, fertilizing, and implementing pest and disease control measures. Gardeners are also commonly involved in designing garden layouts, installing hardscape features, and overseeing landscape construction projects. More advanced Gardeners may take on additional roles like irrigation system management, tree surgery, and conservation tasks. They may work on residential, commercial, or public properties.

Important skills for a Gardener include a strong knowledge of plant care, pest management, and soil science. Physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions are also necessary. Certification as a Professional Gardener or Landscape Technician can be beneficial, while an arborist certification or horticulture degree may be required for more specialized roles. Prior to becoming a Gardener, a person might gain experience in roles such as a Landscaping Laborer, Nursery Worker, or Horticulture Assistant.

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Greenskeeper II

Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
60+ days ago

Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
60+ days ago

Operates small machinery to assist with edging, trimming and mowing. Prepares soil beds for sod, seed and vegetative material....

Greenskeeper

Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
60+ days ago

Troy, MI (18 miles from Detroit, MI)
60+ days ago

. ¨ Operates small machinery to assist with edging, trimming and mowing. ¨ Prepares soil beds for sod, seed and vegetative material. ¨ Involved with tasks related to course detail (weed and debris clean...

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Demographic Data for Detroit, MI

Moving to Detroit, MI? Find some basic demographic data about Detroit, MI below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Detroit, MI

Local

National

Total Population

603,246

Number of Businesses

8,447

City Size

Large

Gardener Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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School gardens for future citizens

Help primary and secondary teachers from schools around the world to improve their skills in the design and management of school gardens. The objective of this course is to help primary and...

Yoga for gardeners

What you'll learn:How to stay as injury free as possible while gardeningHow the spiritual tenets or yamas of yoga- particularly Ahimsa /non-violence, Satya /being true to yourself, and...

The 3-Hour Garden #1 Establishing The Garden

In the 3-HOUR Garden online course #1 and #2, you can get to know Barnabas's gardening tricks of bio-intensive vegetable cultivation in the smallest details. Thanks to the format of the courses,...

Salary for Gardener Jobs in Detroit, MI

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLandscaping research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Gardener positions.

Highest Education Level

Gardeners in Detroit, MI offer the following education background

High School or GED

32.1%

Bachelor's Degree

30.4%

Associate's Degree

12.8%

Vocational Degree or Certification

11.9%

Master's Degree

6.8%

Some College

2.7%

Some High School

2.7%

Doctorate Degree

0.5%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Gardeners in Detroit, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Gardener position

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