Landscape Technician Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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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Field Service Technician

  • Johnstown, CO (20 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Johnstown, CO (20 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 17 hours ago

ABM Industries is seeking an Electrical Field Test Technician (NETA 2,3, IV or equivalent experience) to join our Electrical Power Services team. The Electrical Field Test Technician is...

Lawn & Landscape Tech

  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 20 hours ago

Experience Proven experience in landscape maintenance or lawn care is preferred. Strong mechanical knowledge related to the operation and repair of irrigation systems....

Lawn & Landscape Tech

  • Windsor, CO (14 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CO (14 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Experience Proven experience in landscape maintenance or lawn care is preferred. Strong mechanical knowledge related to the operation and repair of irrigation systems....

Plant Healthcare Technician North Ft. Collins Ft. Collins, CO

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications What We're Looking For: Love of the outdoors Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology and knowledge of turf or...

Plant Healthcare Technician South Ft. Collins Ft. Collins, CO

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications What We're Looking For: Love of the outdoors Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology and knowledge of turf or...

Technician II, Forestry - Req8027

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago

Performs technical urban forestry functions such as large tree pruning, structure pruning of small trees, tree removal with traditional rigging and/or cranes, and tree planting....

Biological Technician - Early Career Development Program, Dugway PG, UT

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago

Experience with manual labor using powered tools and heavy equipment such as chainsaws, weed-eaters, mowers, tractors, ATVs/UTVs etc. Training and experience using GIS software....

Sprinkler Service Technician

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 6 days ago

Fire Sprinkler Technician A growing leader in the Fire Protection industry is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Technician. They value their customers and have built of reputation that stands...

Experienced Plant Health Care Technician South Ft. Collins Ft. Collins, CO

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications What We're Looking For: Love of the outdoors Preferred: Background in Forestry, Horticulture or Landscaping Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID, Pathology and knowledge of turf or...

Parks Maintenance Technician

  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 9 days ago

Assists with a variety of tasks involved in noxious weed control, which may include operating mowing and weed-eating equipment. Cleans equipment and Parks shops and yard areas as necessary....

Parks Maintenance Technician-Boardwalk Park

  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Windsor, CO (10 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 9 days ago

Assists with a variety of tasks involved in noxious weed control, which may include operating mowing and weed-eating equipment. Cleans equipment and Parks shops and yard areas as necessary....

(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 10 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...

(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 10 days ago

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

(USA) Exterior Services Technician

  • Johnstown, CO (20 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Johnstown, CO (20 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 10 days ago

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

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

  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Loveland, CO (16 miles from Fort Collins, CO)
  • 10 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Fort Collins, CO

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Landscape Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Food and Nutrition Security in Urbanising Landscapes
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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Fort Collins, CO

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Fort Collins, CO 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 Fort Collins, CO
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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