Landscaper II

Utah State University; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 35,073 - 42,867; Full time

Job summary

Utah State University is seeking a Landscaper II to install, repair, and maintain landscaping and grounds around USU Housing facilities. You will work as part of the Grounds and Maintenance team with limited direction or under supervision, reporting to a Landscaper Lead.

Responsibilities include operating landscape maintenance equipment, basic snow removal, and assisting in maintaining trees, shrubs, and flower beds while following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience or an associate degree/technical training is required.
• Must be punctual to work.
• Experience operating landscape maintenance equipment and basic snow removal is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain landscaping and grounds around USU Housing facilities.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and operate landscape machinery.
• Maintain trees, shrubs, flower beds, and other plantings; assist with snow removal.

Education

Associate degree or technical training

Two years landscaping experience

Punctuality

Equipment operation

Job description

Landscaper II

• Requisition ID: 2026-10520
• # of Openings: 1
• Location: US-UT-Logan
• Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
• Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
• Job Classification: Non-Exempt
• College: Auxiliary Enterprises
• Department: Housing Services
• Advertised Salary: Minimum $38,970, commensurate with experience

Overview

Housing Services at USU has an opportunity for a Landscaper II. The position performs installation, repair, and maintain of the landscaping and grounds to ensure customer satisfaction around USU Housing facilities. Works as a member of the Grounds and Maintenance team, either with limited direction or under supervision. The Landscaper II reports to a Landscaper Lead. This classification may train and guide student and/or hourly employees.

Responsibilities

• Position performs installation, repair, and maintenance of the landscaping and grounds to ensure customer satisfaction around USU Housing facilities.
• Perform preventative maintenance work, such as checking fluid levels, sharpening blades and repairing equipment.
• Skill in performing routine manual labor.
• Ability to operate landscape maintenance equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (i.e. backhoe, skid steer).
• Ability to effectively plant and maintain trees, shrubs, flower beds, etc.
• Skill in operating snow removal equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of experience or an associate degree/technical training in a related field is required.
• Must be punctual to work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in performing routine manual labor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of plant materials and their cultural requirements.
• Knowledge of fertilizers, insecticides, and herbicides used in grounds care and gardening.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems including adjusting clocks, repairing broken lines, wiring and sprinklers.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Knowledge of applicable safety procedures.
• Ability to diagnose plant conditions and cultural needs and recommend treatment for problems.
• Knowledge of pesticides.
• Knowledge of irrigation equipment and methods.
• Knowledge of soil types, slope and drainage.
• Skill in performing routine manual labor.
• Ability to operate landscape maintenance equipment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (i.e. backhoe, skid steer).
• Ability to effectively plant and maintain trees, shrubs, flower beds, etc.
• Skill in operating snow removal equipment.

Required Documents

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

Minimum $38,970, commensurate with experience

ADA

This position requires moderate physical effort. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, including lifting up to 25 pounds, walking and standing. 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. Must be able to operate heavy machinery during all seasons of the year.

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold.

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.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]

*updated 07/2026

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 or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

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

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, [e-mail], Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, [e-mail], Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322

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

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, [e-mail]

U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, [e-mail]