CAREERS TO CONSIDER

CARPENTRY

HVAC

PLUMBING

ELECTRICAL

MASONRY

WELDING

PAINTING

ROOFING

CONSTRUCTION
AND REMODELING

LANDSCAPING

PROPERTY
INVESTMENT

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

HANDYWORK

RESTORATION

Landscaping

Maintaining grounds

There’s nothing like walking out of a home, office or shopping center to beautiful curb appeal. Trimmed hedges, healthy lawns and fresh flowers transform the look and feel of neighborhoods, and it’s all due to landscapers. Also known as groundskeeping, this skilled career requires creativity and attention to detail to maintain a well-manicured atmosphere.

DID YOU KNOW?

48 %

of landscapers reported a shortage of workers in 20201

REQUIREMENTS

Hand-Eye
Coordination

Physical
Endurance

Organizational
Skills

Detail-
Oriented

Creativity

Time
Management

STARTING SALARY

$27K-$50K2

JOBS AVAILABLE

1.3M3

Landscaping

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Mow and water lawn, add mulch, fertilizer and pesticides to maintain grounds
  • Rake and blow leaves, and remove growing weeds and damaged or unwanted trees
  • Maintain drainage system to prevent flooding
  • Maintain an understanding of various plant species
  • Plant and strategically design floral arrangements, and trim hedges and trees
  • Install sprinkler and irrigation systems
  • Follow safety guidelines while utilizing gardening equipment

Pathways to Becoming a Landscaper

Education:

Earn your high school diploma or equivalent, then go to trade school.

Experience:

Land an apprenticeship to earn a salary while you learn the tricks of the trade.

Certifications:

Gain certifications to progress your career and increase your salary.

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Trade School

12 MONTHS - 2 YEARS

Certificate /Diploma

<$21K Program Cost

Leave school with little debt

$32.2K Median Salary

Land a job immediately

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COLLEGE

4+ YEARS

Bachelor's Degree

$106K College Cost

Average 4-year tuition cost

$62.2K Median Salary

Job hunt in a competitive industry

Start Your Career in Landscaping

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