Landscape Laborer

Utah State University; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah State University Housing Services seeks a Landscape Laborer to install, repair, and maintain the campus landscape and grounds on the USU Housing campus. This seasonal role supports timely grounds upkeep and snow removal during winter.

Tasks include planting, pruning, weed control, mulching, sprinkler repair, and routine grounds maintenance as part of a cohesive team. The position ends around November/December, with potential renewal in spring based on performance.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Valid Utah driver's license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials.

Responsibilities

• Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, flower beds, etc.
• Applies insecticides to rid grounds of small pests as needed
• Applies fertilizers as needed
• Prunes trees, trims shrubs, and pulls weeds
• Rakes and mulches the grounds
• Sprinkler repair and maintenance
• Removes snow from sidewalks, approaches, and parking lots.
• Sprays herbicides as needed
• Perform as a team member on all job related tasks
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Job description

Landscape Laborer

Requisition ID: 2026-10706

# of Openings: 5

Location: US-UT-Logan

Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

Position Type: Temporary Part-Time

Job Classification: Non-Benefited

College: Auxiliary Enterprises

Department: Housing Services

Advertised Salary: $13/hour

Overview

USU Housing Landscape Laborer is responsible for installation, repair, and maintenance of the landscape and grounds on the USU Housing campus.

This is a seasonal position ending around November/December, when first season snow hits. Employees may be hired back in the spring when the snow has melted, based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, flower beds, etc.
• Applies insecticides to rid grounds of small pests as needed
• Applies fertilizers as needed
• Prunes trees, trims shrubs, and pulls weeds
• Rakes and mulches the grounds
• Sprinkler repair and maintenance
• Removes snow from sidewalks, approaches, and parking lots.
• Sprays herbicides as needed
• Perform as a team member on all job related tasks
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Valid Utah driver's license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials.

ADA

The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting (50 pounds) and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025-26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

*updated 07/2026

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Notice of Non-discrimination

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU's non-discrimination policies:

Civil Rights & Title IX Office

Old Main Room 405

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322

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For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| [e-mail]

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 | [e-mail]

*updated 08/2026