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Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers Supervisor

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AVG. SALARY

$56,040

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EDUCATION

High school (GED) +

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JOB OUTLOOK

Stable

What To Learn

High School

What high school courses should you take if you're interested in this career? Get your answers from the Architecture and Construction cluster Maintenance/Operations pathway.

Beyond High School

Here's a list of programs that you should consider if you're interested in this career:

Education Level

Education training and experience are required at different levels for success in different occupations.

High school (GED), plus work experience

Most supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers have a high school diploma or equivalent and learn on the job.

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Additional Information

Landscape contractors need to know about turf care, horticulture, ornamental plants, soils, irrigation, equipment, fertilizers and pesticides. They also need to be able to estimate the cost of projects.

That requires years of hands-on experience combined with a bachelor's degree, a two-year associate's degree or a one-year vocational technical degree in grounds management or a related discipline.

The Professional Grounds Management Society and the Associated Landscape Contractors of America certify landscape professionals with formal education after a few years experience in the field. You have to pass an exam to be certified.

Contact

  • Email Support
  • 1-800-GO-TO-XAP (1-800-468-6927)
    From outside the U.S., please call +1 (424) 750-3900
  • North Dakota Career Resource Network
    ndcrn@nd.gov | (701) 328-9733

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