Campus Horticulture & Grounds Attendant

Southern University Baton Rouge; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Horticultural Attendant to perform landscaping and campus grooming on the Baton Rouge campus.

The appointment is Probational with a starting salary of $16.06/hour. Basic qualifications include one year of groundskeeping experience or six semester hours in a plant science or landscape field. A criminal background check and reference verification are required for consideration.

Qualifications

• One year of experience or training in farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping.
• Criminal background check and reference verification is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plants, trees, etc.; prune and trim trees and shrubs; maintain flower beds and weed growth.
• Assist Horticultural Attendant Foreman and Leader as needed.
• Assist with campus grounds maintenance and beautification under supervision.
• Check lawn equipment and tools weekly; submit work orders for repairs.
• Perform other related work as directed or required.

Education

Six semester hours in a plant science or landscape field of study

Job description

Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Horticultural Attendant to perform landscaping and campus grooming on the Baton Rouge campus.

The appointment is Probational with a starting salary of $16.06/hour. Basic qualifications include one year of groundskeeping experience or six semester hours in a plant science or landscape field. A criminal background check and reference verification are required for consideration.