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Landscape Drafting Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

K & D Landscaping

Landscape Designer

Watsonville, CA

$90K - $130K/yr

Landscape Designer Type: Full Time, Exempt Reports to: VP of Construction Pay Range: $90,000.00 ... Hardscape, planting, grading, drainage, lighting, structures, and outdoor living, draft accurately ...

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AO Architects

Landscape Designer

Orange, CA · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

The ideal candidate will have strong technical drafting and visualization skills, a collaborative ... The Landscape Designer will assist in creating complete design packages, including site plans ...

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Rios Inc

Landscape Designer I

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

Participate in the design process through ideation, modeling, drafting, visualization, and ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent professional experience. * 0 ...

RIOS

Landscape Designer I

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Participate in the design process through ideation, modeling, drafting, visualization, and ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent professional experience. * 0 ...

RCH

Landscape Designer I

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$67K - $79K/yr

Participate in the design process through ideation, modeling, drafting, visualization, and ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture or equivalent professional experience. * 0 ...

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How much do landscape drafting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for landscape drafting in California is $23.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $26.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is landscape drafting?

A Landscape Drafting job involves creating detailed technical drawings and plans for outdoor spaces such as gardens, parks, and commercial landscapes. Professionals in this role use software or hand drafting techniques to illustrate layouts, plantings, hardscapes, and irrigation systems. They collaborate with landscape architects, designers, and contractors to ensure plans meet project specifications and environmental considerations. This role requires knowledge of design principles, drafting software, and landscape materials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in landscape drafting?

To thrive in Landscape Drafting, you need proficiency in technical drawing, knowledge of landscape design principles, and often an associate's degree or certificate in drafting or a related field. Familiarity with CAD software (such as AutoCAD or SketchUp), GIS tools, and sometimes professional certification (like from the American Society of Landscape Architects) is highly beneficial. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to interpret client needs are valuable soft skills. These capabilities are critical for producing accurate, effective plans that meet both aesthetic and functional project requirements.

What challenges might I encounter while working in landscape drafting, and how can I overcome them?

One common challenge in landscape drafting is accurately translating client requests and design concepts into detailed technical drawings while complying with local regulations and site limitations. You may also need to coordinate revisions based on feedback from landscape architects, engineers, or clients, which requires adaptability and clear communication. Keeping up with the latest drafting software and industry standards is also key to staying competitive. To succeed, staying organized, seeking feedback, and continuously learning new tools and standards will help you manage these challenges effectively.

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Infographic showing various Landscape Drafting job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Part Time. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,035 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

Part-Time Instructor Pool - Landscape Drafting, Environmental Horticulture

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

Santa Barbara, CA • On-site

$113.42 - $158.70/hr

Other

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Part‑Time Instructor Pool – Landscape Drafting, Environmental Horticulture

Salary: $82.33 – $115.20 Hourly
Job Type: PT Credit Faculty
Job Number: 10‑2023‑PP02
Closing: Continuous
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Department: Environmental Horticulture

Basic Functions

Essential Functions of Position

Provide quality instructions, create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests and issues. Primary duties of part‑time faculty members are related to curriculum and teaching; the assignment is divided between lecture and lab classes as determined by the department. Part‑time instructional faculty are required to be available to students outside of class.

Part‑time Instructor Salary Rate

The starting credit part‑time rate from salary table 11 is $102.90 per hour – Lecture and $82.33 per hour – Lab. If you have a doctorate, the rate is $107.87 per hour – Lecture and $86.30 per hour – Lab.

Representative Duties

Course covers the principles of drafting, plan reading for landscaping, style research, drafting of plans, elevations and all other details involved in landscape drafting. Both manual and CAD/Vectorworks drafting skills are emphasized, for various landscape styles. One semester course taught annually in the spring.

Education and Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's in agriculture, agriculture science, education with a specialization in agriculture or other agricultural area (including: agricultural business, agricultural engineering, agricultural mechanics, agronomy, animal science, enology, environmental (ornamental) horticulture, equine science, forestry, natural resources, plant science, pomology, soil science, viticulture or other agriculture science)
  • OR the equivalent
  • A combination of education and other accomplishments that are equivalent to the above. (If claiming equivalency, attach a separate statement which presents the basis for this claim and submit supporting evidence, e.g. transcripts, publications, other products)
  • Possess a combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent to all of the above. Candidates making an application on the basis of equivalency must submit an Application for Equivalency in addition to all other required material.
  • Evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, culture, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
  • If the title of your degree as stated on your transcripts DOES NOT EXACTLY MATCH one of the degree titles listed in the minimum qualifications listed above, you must request an equivalency review and submit conclusive supporting documents at the time of application. Those documents include a completed SBCC Equivalency Crosswalk and a narrative synopsis of your educational background justifying equivalency.

Instructions for Completing Equivalency Documentation (Download PDFreader)

Knowledge and Abilities

Previous teaching experience required, preferably in landscaping or drafting.

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