Campus Landscape Technician - Tuition Remission Eligible

Westminster-University; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition Remission

18 Paid Holidays Annually

Cell Phone Plan Discounts

Job summary

Westminster University is seeking a dedicated Landscape Technician to care for campus landscapes, trees, irrigation, and outdoor facilities. You will help maintain beauty, safety, and sustainability across grounds and outdoor spaces.

Responsibilities include mowing, pruning, irrigation monitoring, and applying landscape treatments, with emphasis on safety, teamwork, and independent work. The role reports to the Director of Plants and Facilities Operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years in landscaping/grounds maintenance/horticulture or related.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Ability to operate landscape equipment safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance techniques, irrigation systems, and plant care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus lawns, gardens, trees, and other landscaped areas.
• Perform mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, weeding, mulching, and planting.
• Operate and maintain landscape equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, utility vehicles).
• Assist with irrigation system installation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Apply fertilizers, herbicides, and pest-control treatments per policies and safety rules.
• Remove snow and ice from walkways and parking areas in winter.
• Assist with outdoor event setup and facility preparation as needed.
• Monitor grounds for hazards and report maintenance concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness of outdoor spaces and landscape debris cleanup.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in training; support sustainability initiatives.

Skills

High School Diploma

Landscaping experience

Driver's license

Equipment operation

Landscape maintenance concepts

Irrigation knowledge

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Teamwork and independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Irrigation systems

Landscape equipment

Job description

Westminster University is seeking a dedicated Landscape Technician to care for campus landscapes, trees, irrigation, and outdoor facilities. You will help maintain beauty, safety, and sustainability across grounds and outdoor spaces.

Responsibilities include mowing, pruning, irrigation monitoring, and applying landscape treatments, with emphasis on safety, teamwork, and independent work. The role reports to the Director of Plants and Facilities Operations.