Landscape Technician

University of California; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho is seeking a Landscape Technician to perform green space and hardscape maintenance across campus areas. This is an essential role, expected to respond to emergencies and university closures as needed.

Duties include irrigation, pruning, mowing, weed control, and equipment maintenance, with responsibilities for pesticide records and fleet operations. A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a pesticide certification within six months are required.

Qualifications

• Requires Commercial Pesticide Applicators Certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to meet university vehicle policies.
• Must be able to respond to emergency calls within one hour and cover weekend rotations.

Responsibilities

• Water, irrigate and install sprinklers.
• Prune, weed and monitor grass, plants, shrubs and trees.
• Mow, edge, thatch and patch turf.
• Keep landscape and hardscape areas clear of weeds, leaves, trash and debris.
• Maintain trees up to 20 feet tall.
• Apply and maintain records for chemical applications and fertilizers.
• Maintain and repair landscaping tools and equipment.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment.

Skills

Water irrigation

Pruning

Mowing turf

Weed control

Tool maintenance

Driver's license

Emergency response

Education

Associate’s Degree in horticulture

Tools

Forklift operation

Tractor operation

Aerial lifts

Job description

The position performs green space and hardscape maintenance to ensure a high quality of landscape care within an assigned area of the campus landscape.

This is an essential position that will be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.

Duties may include:

• Water, irrigate and install sprinklers
• Prune, weed and monitor grass, plants, shrubs and trees
• Mow, edge, thatch and patch turf
• Keep landscape and hardscape areas clear of weeds, leaves, trash and other debris
• Maintain trees up to 20 feet tall
• Apply and maintain records related to chemical applications and fertilizers
• Maintain and repair landscaping tools and equipment
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment
• Possess a Commercial Pesticide Applicators Certification for the category of Ornamental/Landscape Herbicide Application or able to obtain one within six months of hire
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
• Ability to respond to emergency calls within one hour and serve on weekend call-out duty on a regular rotation

Additional Preferred

• Associate’s Degree in horticulture, urban forestry, landscape maintenance or a related field
• One year of experience in commercial or institutional landscape care operations
• Certification to operate landscape equipment such as forklifts, tractors, aerial lifts or related equipment
• Expressed interest in learning and acquiring skills related to landscape maintenance

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Must be able to:
  • Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
  • Climb and work at various heights above ground using ladders, scaffolding, lifts and bucket trucks
  • Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
  • Wear Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE ) while performing duties
  • Work in confined spaces using equipment and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE )
  • Work in inclement weather conditions
  • Work on uneven and slick surfaces

Degree Requirement

Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Employee Category

Employee Category Classified

Pay Range

Pay Range $17.50 per hour

Type of Appointment

Type of Appointment Fiscal Year

FTE

1.

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Funding

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/14/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you at least 18 years of age?
  • yes
  • no
• * No visa sponsorship is available for this position. If hired, can you show proof of authorization to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Describe fully how you meet each required qualification of this position. (experience, education and required other) Only applicants who demonstrate that they meet all required qualifications in their written application are eligible to be considered for the position.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Describe how you meet any of the preferred qualifications for this position.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Describe any work history related to the described duties of this position.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Academic Careers
  • Association of Public and Land Grant Universities (APLU)
  • Chronicle
  • Facebook
  • HigherEd/Academic Impressions
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)
  • Indeed.com
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • LinkedIn
  • Newspaper
  • Other Venue
  • Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)
  • University of Idaho Website
  • University of Idaho Daily Register
  • University of Idaho Employee
  • Word of Mouth
  • Militaryjob.com
  • DSPSjobs.com
  • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
• * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you currently authorized to work in the United States of America?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you now, or in the future require sponsorship through the University of Idaho to continue working in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No