Landscape Technician Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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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Lead Technician, Exterior Services

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day 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 Technician (FT)

  • Finleyville, PA (9 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Finleyville, PA (9 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 8 days 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...

Maintenance Technician

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 days ago

Maintain the curb appeal including but not limited to snow removal, lawn care, gardening and trash removal. Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM's EarthView program....

Irrigation and Maintenance Technician

  • Washington, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Washington, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Irrigation and Maintenance Technician Irrigation and Maintenance Technician locations US - East Washington Test Plot time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id R0007329 About the...

Maintenance Technician II - Letsche School Apartments

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 29 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 29 days ago

Maintains grounds by mowing lawns, pruning trees and shrubs, and removing weeds and debris. Performs assigned preventive maintenance duties and tasks....

Plant Healthcare Technician Gibsonia, PA

  • Gibsonia, PA (19 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gibsonia, PA (19 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Qualifications What We're Seeking: Love of the outdoors Preferred: Background in Horticulture or Landscaping Preferred: Turf, Weed, Tree and shrub ID knowledge Ability to complete the Davey landscape...

(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 60+ 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) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior...

  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 60+ 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...

Demographic Data for Pittsburgh, PA

Moving to Pittsburgh, PA? Find some basic demographic data about Pittsburgh, PA below.


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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...
Exploring the Landscape of Antibiotic Resistance in Microbiomes
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Salary for Landscape Technician Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Pittsburgh, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.8%
Bachelor's Degree
24.3%
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 Pittsburgh, PA
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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