Landscape Technician Jobs in Chicago, IL

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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Maintenance Technician

  • Lombard, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lombard, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

, watering, monitoring irrigation for damage, and removing dead branches, leaves and twigs Assist in the preparation of make-ready units, including but not limited to removing trash from vacant apartments...

Maintenance Technician I - Lakeside Gardens

  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Chicago, IN (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview As a Maintenance Technician I, you will be responsible for coordinating tasks and supplies to prepare vacant units for re-occupancy effectively. You will also be responsible for...

Hardscape Installer

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for hardscape installer who can assist in paver patios, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens and other hardscape project. Job description includes: - excavating using Dingos and skid steers -...

(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior...

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Performs landscaping tasks (for example, cutting grass, weed management, and raking leaves). Applies planting and pruning techniques as needed....

Seasonal Ecological Restoration Technician

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago

application utilizing backpack sprayer Mowing grass/brush Cutting and piling brush Installing plants and seed Erosion control activities Utilization of hand tools, small gas-powered machinery (chainsaws, weed...

(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Performs landscaping tasks (for example, cutting grass, weed management, and raking leaves). Applies planting and pruning techniques as needed....

Landscape Technician (Stormwater)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

maintenance and light repairs of stormwater systems and infrastructure (retention ponds, detention basins, drainage ditches, stormwater grates, and other stormwater assets) Perform mowing, weed-trimming...

Maintenance Technician I

  • Lisle, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Assists with grounds maintenance, including but not limited to lawn care, snow removal. Assists with general repairs to facility and residents equipment....

Golf Senior Irrigation Technician

  • Golf, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Golf, IL (12 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 15 days ago

adjustments; activate irrigation system annually....

Landscape Technician

  • Wheeling, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Bertog Landscape Company Landscape Technician in Wheeling , Illinois This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Job Information: Landscape Technician. 6 temporary/full-time positions...

Senior Ecosystem Restoration Field Technician

  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 days ago

Senior Ecosystem Restoration Field Technician - ( 250000OK ) Description More than 3,000 Environmental Services staff. 20 technical specialties. 900 professional associations. An international...

Irrigation & Lighting Technician

  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Our Irrigation & Lighting Technician is responsible for seasonal turn-ons/blow-outs of irrigation systems. Performs installation of outdoor lighting features....

Plant Health Care Technician Wheeling, IL

  • Wheeling, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL (20 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 22 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...

Ecosystem Restoration Technician

  • Chicago, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 27 days ago

Ecosystem Restoration Technician - ( 240001F1 ) Description More than 3,000 Environmental Services staff. 20 technical specialties. 900 professional associations. An international team with local...

Sprinkler Technician Apprentice

  • Alsip, IL (16 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alsip, IL (16 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Sprinkler Technician Apprentice RELIABLE FIRE & SECURITY ALSIP, IL Job Details ONET Code: 47-2152.00 Job Posted: February 4, 2025 Application Deadline: 2025-05-05T00:00:00Z Program Length: 3 Years...

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL
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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