Campus Landscape Lead - Projects & Horticulture

University of Tennessee; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Tennessee Knoxville is seeking a skilled Landscape Technician to lead renovation projects and maintain campus beds on-site. You will schedule daily tasks, oversee event setup/teardown, and protect turf and landscape areas across the Knoxville campus.

Responsibilities include planning, plant selection, soil health management, and coordinating with vendors. A high school diploma or GED and 4 years of landscape experience are required, with strong reading of landscape plans and

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 years of combined landscape industry experience or education.
• Experience leading crews and executing landscape renovations.
• Knowledge of regional horticulture practices.
• Ability to read and interpret landscape plans.
• Experience with chemical applications and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead landscape renovation projects and oversee daily task scheduling.
• Read, interpret, and apply landscape plans.
• Perform site prep, layout, and plant/material purchasing.
• Install and maintain seasonal flower beds; rotate color beds.
• Monitor soil health and apply soil amendments as needed.
• Calibrate, clean, and sterilize chemical application equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors and event organizers for setup and protection of landscapes.
• Serve as crew lead in foreman’s absence and train staff.

Skills

Plant knowledge

Soil health assessment

Chemical application safety

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Plan interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Skid steer loaders

Tractors

Trenchers

Hand tools

Job description

University of Tennessee Knoxville is seeking a skilled Landscape Technician to lead renovation projects and maintain campus beds on-site. You will schedule daily tasks, oversee event setup/teardown, and protect turf and landscape areas across the Knoxville campus.

Responsibilities include planning, plant selection, soil health management, and coordinating with vendors. A high school diploma or GED and 4 years of landscape experience are required, with strong reading of landscape plans and