Horticultural Attendant- Leader

lsu; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU is seeking a Horticultural Attendant- Leader to manage groundskeeping operations at the Baton Rouge campus and off-site LSU properties. The role involves directing crews, operating landscaping equipment, and performing irrigation and maintenance tasks in all weather conditions.

A valid Louisiana driver's license and eligibility for drug screening are required. The position pays hourly, with a safety-sensitive designation.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience or training in farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping.
• Twelve semester hours in a plant science or landscape field of study.
• Valid Louisiana Class E License

Responsibilities

• Directs a crew of grounds workers, contractors, and/or supplemental labor to maintain grounds in assigned areas, operating equipment and ensuring safety and appearance.
• Directs or performs weed control, pest control, fertilization, soil amendments, mulching, and planting tasks.
• Directs or assists with irrigation work, digging, grading, and drainage as needed.
• Fills in for a Horticulture Attendant Foreman to supervise multiple crews and complete administrative tasks like time sheets.
• Performs other duties as necessary

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Tree & shrub care

Education

Plant science / landscape coursework

Job description

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Job Posting Title

Horticultural Attendant- Leader

Position Type

Classified

Department

LSUAM FA - FPO - FS - Land - Turf - Maintenance - Shop/Irrigation (Mitchell Burton (00080725))

Work Location

0100 Landscape Services Building

Job Description

Works with and directs Horticulture Attendants, Mobile Equipment Operators and other labor to maintain the grounds and landscaping of the campus at LSU Baton Rouge and other off‑site LSU properties as directed. This job entails working in adverse weather conditions, requires the ability to lift 50Ibs, and involves work on weekends and after hours as necessary.

Job Duties

• 75%- Works with and directs a crew of other grounds workers, contractors, and/or supplemental labor to maintain the grounds in an assigned areas to levels of safety, appearance, and health as required. Operates or directs others working with power riding tractors, mowers (usually less that 25HP), entrances, canals, building perimeters, tree perimeters, road sides, etc. in a neat, clean, and safe condition. Supports other crews as necessary.
• 10%- Directs others or personally applies chemicals for weed control, pest control, fertilization and amendment of soils; applies mulch to beds and under tree canopies, performs weed removal, assists with ornamental and flower planting, litter removal, litter container servicing for cleanliness, cigarette butt removal, etc.
• 5%- Directs others or personally assists with irrigation work, digging, grading, and drain basin cleaning, and other types of grounds related tasks as needed.
• 5%- Fills in for a Horticulture Attendant Foreman to direct the activity of 2 or more crews of Horticulture Attendants, Mobile Equipment Operators, and others in assigned tasks. Fills out time sheets, vacancy paper work, etc., as required.
• 5%- Performs other work as necessary

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of experience or training in farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping; OR
• Twelve semester hours in a plant science or landscape field of study.

Special or Physical Qualifications

This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.

This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.

Certifications/Licenses

Valid Louisiana Class E License

Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details

https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=128920

Range

• Minimum/SER: $18.38/hr.
• 1st Quartile: $22.06/hr.
• Midpoint: $25.73/hr.
• 3rd Quartile: $29.41/hr.
• Maximum: $33.08/hr.

Hourly rate may be commensurate with candidate's experience in alignment with Chapter 6 rules.

Additional Job Description

Competencies

None

Special Instructions

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Kyle Carlock at [e-mail].

Posting Date

October 5, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified)

October 12, 2026

Additional Position Information

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana ben