Horticulture & Grounds Technician

Louisiana State University

Baton Rouge (LA)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 40,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Job summary

Louisiana State University is seeking a Horticultural Attendant to maintain landscapes and assist with garden upkeep. You will operate riding mowers, trimmers, blowers, and related equipment to keep sidewalks, entrances, and canals neat and safe.

The role includes chemical spraying, pruning, mulching, and litter control while supporting irrigation and seasonal planting. Applicants should have 1 year of groundskeeping experience or six course hours in plant science, and be able to lift 50 pounds

Qualifications

  • One year of farming/groundskeeping experience or training.
  • Six college semester hours in plant science or landscape field.
  • Ability to operate a variety of maintenance equipment.
  • Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

  • Operate power riding mower and related gear to maintain grounds and entrances.
  • Support arboriculture tasks like pruning and debris haulage.
  • Apply chemicals, mulch beds, and assist planting and litter removal.
  • Assist irrigation work and perform routine equipment inspections.

Skills

Operate hand and power equipment
Plant ID knowledge
Lift up to 50 pounds
Work in adverse weather

Education

One year of farming/groundskeeping experience
Six semester hours in plant science or landscape

Tools

Riding mower
Push mower
String trimmer
Blower
Back pack blower
Sprayer
Tractor
ZTR
Hedger
Edger
Chain saw

Job description

Louisiana State University is seeking a Horticultural Attendant to maintain landscapes and assist with garden upkeep. You will operate riding mowers, trimmers, blowers, and related equipment to keep sidewalks, entrances, and canals neat and safe.

The role includes chemical spraying, pruning, mulching, and litter control while supporting irrigation and seasonal planting. Applicants should have 1 year of groundskeeping experience or six course hours in plant science, and be able to lift 50 pounds

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