Landscape Technician Jobs in Cranston, RI

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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Landscape Technician - Full Time - Days

  • Easton, MA (21 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Easton, MA (21 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 23 hours ago

We are looking for hardworking LANDSCAPE TECHNICIANS to join our lawn maintenance team....

Landscaping crew member

  • East Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 2 days ago

It's spring again, as usual im looking for a helper to join my crew, license is required! Looking for experienced help, someone who can hit the ground running, knows how to trouble shoot,works...

Medical Technician/Medical Lab Technologist - Garden City

  • Cranston, RI
  • 6 days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 6 days ago

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications: Quality is in our DNA -- is it in yours? You've got a passion for patient care. You're personable, professional, and confident...

Landscape Tech

  • Pawtucket, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Description The landscape maintenance technician role within Real Estate Operations has the responsibility for routine landscape maintenance, light building maintenance/carpentry repairs, and light...

Fire Sprinkler Repair Technician - Multiple Locations

  • Pawtucket, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 19 days ago

Fire Sprinkler Repair Technician - Multiple Locations Pawtucket, RI 20794 Posted: 02/03/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm Job Category: Maintenance Job Number: 624843 Country: United States...

Landscape Technician

  • Raynham, MA (20 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Raynham, MA (20 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 19 days ago

Walmart is expanding its workforce across local retail stores and is actively recruiting Landscape Technicians....

(USA) Exterior Services Technician, DOT Operator - DS

  • Swansea, MA (8 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Swansea, MA (8 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 23 days ago

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

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

  • Swansea, MA (8 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Swansea, MA (8 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 26 days ago

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

(USA) Exterior Services Technician

  • Raynham, MA (20 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Raynham, MA (20 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 26 days ago

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

Fertilization Technician/Applicator

  • Johnston, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Johnston, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 29 days ago

un Fertilization Technician/Applicator Pristine Lawn Care and Landscaping image 1 of 1 compensation: $22-$29/hr depending on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Fertilization...

Maintenance Technician II

  • North Easton, MA (23 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Easton, MA (23 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Natural Resources Operations Technician II (Dem)

  • Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

To edge, prune shrubs and bushes, weed,, plant flowers, shrubs, and grass; perform leaf cleanup....

Fire Sprinkler Technician

  • Pawtucket, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pawtucket, RI (6 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview At Encore Fire Protection, we're redefining excellence in fire protection services. With a dedicated team of over 1,700 professionals serving more than 50,000 customers across the...

(USA) Lead Technician, Facility Services, Exterior Services

  • Swansea, MA (8 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Swansea, MA (8 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 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...

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

  • Swansea, MA (8 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Swansea, MA (8 miles from Cranston, RI)
  • 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...

Demographic Data for Cranston, RI

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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
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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 Cranston, RI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Landscape Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Landscape Technicians in Cranston, RI 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 Cranston, RI
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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