Landscape Technician Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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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Fish And Wildlife Technician

  • Sacramento, CA
  • moments ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • moments ago

Job Description and Duties As directed, sort male and female salmonids for spawning, take ripe eggs from females and fertilize eggs with milt from males, treat eggs, measure/inventory eggs, measure/...

Pest Service Technician

  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

We maintain excellence in everything we do, from our first point of contact with our customers, through their customized pest control and lawn care treatments, and then into a watchful continuing care...

Irrigation Technician EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Were looking for an Irrigation Technician. Can you picture yourself here?...

Landscape Construction Laborer

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 days ago

You'd be responsible for: Utilize hand and/or power tools or equipment to perform a wide range of landscape and irrigation duties Lay sod, plant, water, fertilize, dig, rake, and install sprinklers...

Fire Sprinkler Service & Install Fitter Technician

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Maintenance Technician Sacramento On-site

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 days ago

Assist in monitoring the performance of site vendors for landscape maintenance and other maintenance issues. Respect the confidentiality of resident information....

Irrigation Technician Experience Required Rocklin/Roseville/Sacramento/Folsom

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Were looking for an Irrigation Technician. Can you picture yourself here?...

Agriculture Equipment Field Mechanic / Technician

  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 27 days ago

PAPE’ MACHINERY, INC. – AGRICULTURE & TURF DIVISION – WOODLAND, CA AGRICULTURE EQUIPMENT FIELD MECHANIC / TECHNICIAN: Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to grow...

Habitat Restoration Technician

  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

with employer contributions Habitat Restoration Technician Duties: The Habitat Restoration Technician duties include working on public and private job sites removing non-native plant species, mowing/weed...

Large Agriculture Shop Mechanic / Technician

  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Woodland, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

PAPE’ MACHINERY, INC. – AGRICULTURE & TURF DIVISION – WOODLAND, CA LARGE AGRICULTURE EQUIPMENT SHOP MECHANIC / TECHNICIAN: Do you love working on equipment and turning wrenches? Are you looking to...

Maintenance Technician

  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

This is a hands-on role requiring technical and applied knowledge of integrated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, with a focus on irrigation systems, greenhouse maintenance, and the installation...

Maintenance Technician Sacramento Off-site

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Assist in monitoring the performance of site vendors for landscape maintenance and other maintenance issues. Respect the confidentiality of resident information....

Maintenance Technician Yolo Off-site

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Assist in monitoring the performance of site vendors for landscape maintenance and other maintenance issues. Respect the confidentiality of resident information....

Irrigation Technician Experience Required Rocklin/Roseville/Sacramento/Folsom

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

We're looking for an Irrigation Technician. Can you picture yourself here?...

(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ 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...

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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...
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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 Sacramento, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.2%
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 Sacramento, CA
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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