Grounds & Landscape Technician – Horticulture

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition subsidy for IU courses

10 paid holidays

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking an intermediate Groundskeeper to maintain landscapes, plant stock, and beds across campus. You will operate common grounds equipment, apply basic pest control, and support seasonal projects while maintaining high safety and accuracy standards.

This full-time role demands physical stamina, teamwork, and strong English communication. The position includes extensive outdoor work and collaboration with supervisors to meet campus priorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years greenhouse production experience.
• 2 years landscape or grounds maintenance experience with bed care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plants and beds including weeding, mulching, pruning, transplanting, fertilizing, and removal of dead stock.
• Operate nursery and grounds equipment.
• Identify and manage pests, weeds, and plant health issues.
• Assist with seasonal projects and plan work schedules.

Skills

English communication

Time management

Professionalism

Quality workmanship

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Customer relations

Blueprint reading

Equipment operation

Multi-project management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dump truck

Tree spade

Skid steer loader

Tractor

Power auger

Tiller

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking an intermediate Groundskeeper to maintain landscapes, plant stock, and beds across campus. You will operate common grounds equipment, apply basic pest control, and support seasonal projects while maintaining high safety and accuracy standards.

This full-time role demands physical stamina, teamwork, and strong English communication. The position includes extensive outdoor work and collaboration with supervisors to meet campus priorities.