조경 기술자

Working Schedule
 
Landscape Technicians usually work full-time, sometimes on a seasonal basis since there is less to do during winter months in many states. 
 
Typical Duties

• 공공장소 또는 사유지에서 외부 근무
• 다양한 관목, 식물, 꽃 종류를 미리 정해진 패턴으로 심어보세요.
• 관목, 식물, 꽃이 자라고 있는 토양에서 잡초를 뽑아주세요.
• 관목 및 기타 심은 품목에 물주기, 비료주기, 다듬기
• 해당되는 경우 살충제 살포 
• 잔디 깎기 및 가장자리 잔디밭 
• 스프링클러 시스템을 사용하여 잔디와 정원에 물을 주기
• 작은 나무를 심고, 필요한 경우 나무를 똑바로 세울 수 있도록 지지대를 세웁니다.
• 나무의 건강 상태와 질병 또는 부패 징후를 확인하고, 필요에 따라 가지를 다듬고 제거합니다.
• 갈퀴로 잎사귀 날리기
• 쇼핑몰과 같은 일부 작업 현장에서 특정 실내 식물 돌보기
• 통로, 책상 또는 파티오 자재 내려놓기
• 트럭을 운전하여 작업 현장으로 장비를 운반하고, 소형 차량을 운전하여 작업 현장 주변을 돌아다닙니다.
• 돌과 조각품으로 정원이나 분수대를 장식하는 데 도움을 줍니다.
• 필요에 따라 스프링클러 또는 조명 시스템 설치 지원
• 라이트 페인팅 작업

추가 책임

• 모든 개인 보호 장비를 착용하고 안전 수칙을 준수하세요.
• 차량 및 도구/장비 인벤토리 관리
• 모어용 연료를 포함하여 당일 작업에 필요한 모든 품목이 준비되었는지 확인합니다.
• 보도나 주차 구역에 잔해물이 없도록 청소하기 
• 겨울철 인도에 쌓인 눈 치우기
• 운동장, 골프장, 묘지 등 특정 작업 장소에 대한 전문 업무 수행
• 특수 노동 작업에는 임시 울타리 설치, 잔디 관리, 전기톱으로 나무 자르기, 백호로 무덤 파기, 수영장 관리 등이 포함될 수 있습니다.

소프트 스킬

• 지시를 따를 수 있음 
• 세부 사항 및 표준에 대한 관심
• 고객 서비스 지향
• 빠른 반응 시간
• 좋은 손과 눈의 협응
• 손과 손가락 손재주
• 정상적인 색각
• 관찰력
• 환자 
• 안전 지향
• 힘과 체력
• 강력한 듣기 능력
• 팀워크
• 시간 관리 

기술 능력

• 디자인 레이아웃을 이해하는 능력
• 눈 및 청각 보호구, 장갑, 강철 발가락 장화 또는 기타 필수 품목과 같은 개인 보호 장비 사용
• 해당 주 및 지역 안전 표준에 대한 숙지
• 전동 장비 및 수공구(잔디깎이, 전기 또는 가스 구동 제초기, 전정기, 울타리 절단기, 삽, 기타 원예 도구 포함) 안전 사용 교육
• 농약 및 비료 사용 및 안전한 취급에 대한 지식
• 해당되는 경우 스프링클러 및 조명 시스템에 익숙해야 합니다.
• 업무에 따른 기타 특수 장비 사용 

Landscaping workers plant trees, flowers, and shrubs to create new outdoor spaces or upgrade existing ones. They also trim, fertilize, mulch, and water plants. Some grade and install lawns or construct hardscapes such as walkways, patios, and decks. Others help install lighting or sprinkler systems. Landscaping workers are employed in a variety of residential and commercial settings, such as homes, apartment buildings, office buildings, shopping malls, and hotels and motels.
 
Groundskeeping workers, also called groundskeepers, maintain grounds. They care for plants and trees, rake and mulch leaves, and clear snow from walkways. They work on athletic fields, golf courses, cemeteries, university campuses, and parks, as well as in many of the same settings that landscaping workers work. They also see to the proper upkeep of sidewalks, parking lots, fountains, fences, planters, and benches, as well as groundskeeping equipment.
 
Groundskeeping workers who care for athletic fields keep natural and artificial turf in top condition, mark out boundaries, and paint turf with team logos and names before events. They mow, water, fertilize, and aerate the fields regularly. They must ensure that the underlying soil on fields with natural turf has the composition required to allow proper drainage and to support the grass used on the field. In sports venues, they vacuum and disinfect synthetic turf to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and they remove the turf and replace the cushioning pad periodically.
 
Groundskeepers in parks and recreation facilities care for lawns, trees, and shrubs; maintain playgrounds; clean buildings; and keep parking lots, picnic areas, and other public spaces free of litter. They also may erect and dismantle snow fences and maintain swimming pools. These workers inspect buildings and equipment, make needed repairs, and keep everything freshly painted.
 
Some groundskeepers specialize in caring for cemeteries and memorial gardens. They dig graves to specified depths, generally using a backhoe. They mow grass regularly, apply fertilizers and other chemicals, prune shrubs and trees, plant flowers, and remove debris from graves.
 
Greenskeepers maintain golf courses. Their work is similar to that of groundskeepers, but they also periodically relocate holes on putting greens and maintain benches and tee markers along the course and provide more intense turf maintenance. In addition, greenskeepers keep canopies, benches, and tee markers repaired and freshly painted.
 
Pesticide handlers, sprayers, and applicators apply herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides on plants or the soil to prevent or control weeds, insects, and diseases. Those who work for chemical lawn or tree service firms are more specialized, inspecting lawns for problems and applying fertilizers, pesticides, and other chemicals to stimulate growth and prevent or control weeds, diseases, or insect infestations.
 
Tree trimmers and pruners, also called arborists, cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to clear utility lines, roads, and sidewalks. Many of these workers strive to improve the appearance and health of trees and plants, and some specialize in diagnosing and treating tree diseases. Others specialize in pruning, trimming, and shaping ornamental trees and shrubs. Tree trimmers and pruners use chain saws, chippers, and stump grinders while on the job. When trimming near power lines, they usually work on truck-mounted lifts and use power pruners.

• 아파트 단지
• 교육 기관 
• 지방 및 주 정부 기관
• 호텔 체인
• 오피스 빌딩 및 공원
• 개인 주택
• 레크리에이션 시설(놀이공원, 운동장, 골프장)
• 자영업자(또는 조경 서비스 소유자)
• 쇼핑몰

Landscape Technicians work hard and spend most of their days outside. They are exposed to heat and cold, sun, wind, and rain. Much of their time may be spent working alone, performing physically demanding tasks under deadlines so they can move on to the next task or job site. Despite the need to work efficiently, they are expected to maintain high standards. For this reason, they require patience and attention-to-detail, as well as the ability to work relatively quickly for hours on end. 
 
In terms of sacrifice, it is important to understand that Landscape Technicians are exposed to a number of workplace hazards. They often use dangerous tools while working through fatigue, boredom from repetition, and perhaps in inclement weather that may make hands or tools wet. This combination of factors can lead to injuries, unless workers wear proper protective gear, stay focused on safety, and are trained on proper tool and equipment usage. Hearing protection is an often overlooked element, as workers may operate or be near loud equipment. 
 
Another potential sacrifice is that work may be sporadic during winter months, when there is less to do or duties may change significantly (for instance, there may be snow removal required, or putting out holiday decorations versus mowing lawns or watering plants). 

Job growth is predicted to be very good, as homeowners and organizations look to spruce up older properties by investing in landscaping. Research indicates that young homeowners are seeking increased landscaping services, as well, as a way to protect the environment. Indeed there’s a trend towards “outdoor spaces” and “outdoor rooms” like covered decks or patios, which may require the skills of a Landscape Technician. 
 
In the business world, there is a current focus on both green initiatives and workplace wellness, which should keep landscapers busy as companies offer more outdoor areas to promote worker health and job satisfaction. Meanwhile, unpredictable national weather patterns can lead to unexpected shifts in work requirements, as snow storms, drought spells, or fires might disrupt the ability to perform typical duties. However, landscapers play a vital role in the cleanup efforts after such events. 
 
Many groundskeepers prefer to work in temperate regions where weather conditions may be less harsh, and there is steady work during all seasons. Of note is the fact that while the sector is growing, there aren’t enough workers to fill the gaps. According to the National Association of Landscape Professionals, 82% of company leaders are concerned about “the shortage of skilled labor” as a “major limiting factor for the industry.” 

Landscape Technicians don’t mind getting their hands dirty! They likely always enjoyed being outside, and aren’t afraid of manual labor. They love nature and have both the stamina and the patience to work outdoors for long periods of time—abilities they may have cultivated over years. 
 
They take the time to do their jobs correctly while still being efficient, because there is lots to get done and a limited amount of time to do it! Such time management skills may also have been learned from an early age. Groundskeepers practice good job site safety, which is a mindset perhaps gained via training when they were younger, working on family property or during jobs in high school. 
 
They may not be introverted, but are comfortable spending hours working on their own as part of a larger team sprawled out around the grounds being worked. They have a solid work ethic and are goal-oriented so they can stay on-task and keep things moving along!