Landscape Technician II — Grounds & Horticulture

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University is seeking a Grounds Maintenance position based on-site in Manhattan, KS. This role provides horticulture knowledge for Grounds tasks and assists in general Grounds maintenance to maintain a safe and aesthetically pleasing campus exterior environment.

Minimum qualifications include six months of relevant experience or education substitution, and a valid driver’s license. Some positions may require post-secondary training in nursery or landscape-related fields.

Qualifications

• Six months of relevant experience; education may substitute for experience as determined by the hiring manager.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Ability to write concise, meaningful reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide horticulture knowledge for completion of Grounds tasks and assistance in general Grounds maintenance.
• Assist with tasks to maintain safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing exterior environments.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Valid driver’s license

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary nursery/landscape training

Tools

Soil testing equipment

Job description

Kansas State University is seeking a Grounds Maintenance position based on-site in Manhattan, KS. This role provides horticulture knowledge for Grounds tasks and assists in general Grounds maintenance to maintain a safe and aesthetically pleasing campus exterior environment.

Minimum qualifications include six months of relevant experience or education substitution, and a valid driver’s license. Some positions may require post-secondary training in nursery or landscape-related fields.