Landscape Technician Jobs in Indiana

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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(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

  • Wabash, IN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Wabash, IN
  • 15 hours 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...

Lead Technician, Exterior Services

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 23 hours 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...

Maintenance Tech

  • Batesville, IN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Batesville, IN
  • 23 hours ago

Base of trees are mulched & weed free. Water sprinkler systems are set to proper watering needs, maintained in working order & winterized properly to prevent freezing....

Maintenance Technician

  • Kokomo, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Kokomo, IN
  • 1 day ago

Regularly treat for weeds, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spread mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs as needed, and perform other lawn care services as...

Landscaping Tech I

  • Evansville, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 2 days ago

Provides seasonal lawn care, such as spring and fall clean-up. Moves materials and equipment and performs related duties to assist in landscaping and hardscaping....

Ecosystem Restoration Technician (Seasonal)

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

"More than 3,000 Environmental Services staff. 20 technical specialties. 900 professional associations. An international team with local expertise. You could say we know a little something about...

Lawn & Garden/Small Engine Technician

  • Wakarusa, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Wakarusa, IN
  • 3 days ago

Lawn & Garden/Small Engine Technician (Wakarusa) Wakarusa Ag Services LLC compensation: Depends on experience employment type: job title: Mechanic/Technician Now Hiring: Lawn & Garden Equipment...

Maintenance Technician

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago

Regular maintenance, if applicable, of pools, spa, sauna, steam room, water features, landscape and irrigation systems, etc....

Lawn Care Technician

  • Muncie, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 6 days ago

Lawn Care Technician PeopleReady of Muncie, IN is now hiring Lawn Care Technicians in Muncie, IN! As a Lawn Care Technician, you will do a variety of work in different industries....

Maintenance Technician

  • Elkhart, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN
  • 6 days ago

Regularly treat for weeds, weed whip, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, trim shrubs and hedges, and performs other lawn care services as necessary....

Resort Maintenance Technician

  • Santa Claus, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Claus, IN
  • 6 days ago

whips, rake leaves, plant flowers/shrubs, spreads mulch/woodchips/stones, trim shrubs and hedges, cut down and remove tree limbs damaged by adverse weather conditions, and perform other lawn care services...

Irrigation & Lighting Technician

  • Griffith, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Griffith, IN
  • 7 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....

(USA) Exterior Services Technician

  • Clarksville, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Clarksville, IN
  • 7 days ago

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

Grounds Technician Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 8 days ago

The grounds and related equipment will be maintained by performing the following duties: Duties and Responsibilities Performs mowing, trimming, weed control, and fertilizing of facility properties....

Fire Service Technician - Sprinkler Systems Inspector

  • Carmel, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • Carmel, IN
  • 12 days ago

Requisition Number: 198073 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Fire Service Technician - Sprinkler Systems Inspector for our Fire Protection business. Responsibilities include inspecting, testing...

Demographic Data for Indiana

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Landscape Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
Sustainable & Inclusive Landscapes
Enhance your transformative thinking and action to build sustainable integrated climate-smart landscapes and contribute to our worlds SDGs. Were facing a number of complex and interrelated...
Water and Ports, Historic Cities and Landscapes
Addressing current and future challenges for socially, economically and environmentally sustainable cities and communities The program Water and Ports, Historic Cities and Landscapes comprises two...

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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Indiana

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Indiana 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
15.1%
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 Indiana
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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