Landscaper II

UCF; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Retirement options

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

University of Central Florida is seeking a Landscaper II to lead a maintenance team on the Main Campus, keeping grounds vibrant and welcoming for thousands each day.

You will supervise team members, perform landscape installations, and ensure safety and quality while delivering timely results. The role requires strong leadership, plant knowledge, and basic English communication in a dynamic university setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of 9th grade and 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic IPM knowledge and plant identification.
• Ability to lead and prioritize teams under supervision.
• Use of landscaping hand-held tools and equipment.
• Basic communication skills in English to work with customers and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned team members in landscape maintenance using appropriate equipment and tools.
• Report pest problems and damaged plant material as per IPM plan.
• Ensure landscape areas meet standards and complete work on schedule.
• Oversee dispatch and return to shop, ensuring teams are equipped and on task.
• Provide coaching, training, and quality checks on job assignments and customer service.

Skills

Leadership

English communication

Plant identification

Pruning techniques

IPM knowledge

Equipment maintenance

Basic computer skills

Team collaboration

Education

9th grade completion

Tools

Landscaping hand-held tools

Job description

University Operations

The University Operations division at UCF is committed to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We take pride in delivering exceptional service, sharing our expertise, and upholding the highest standards to ensure a world-class campus experience.

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The Opportunity

Ready to turn one of Florida’s most beautiful campuses into your outdoor office? The Facilities Operations Landscape department within University Operations is looking for a Landscaper II to join our team! As a member of the Landscape Operations maintenance team, you’ll help keep UCF's Main Campus vibrant, welcoming, and picture-perfect for thousands of students, faculty, staff, and visitors every day. You’ll lead a crew, sharpen your skills, and take real pride in seeing your work shape the experience of the entire Knight Nation community.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned team members in landscape maintenance, utilizing appropriate equipment, hand tools, and materials.
• Report pest problems, damaged plant material, equipment needs, and repairs per Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plan.
• Check and ensure designated landscape areas meet departmental standards, completing work within the scheduled time-frame.
• Oversee morning dispatch and afternoon return to the shop, ensuring teams are properly equipped and on task.
• Prioritize and lead team work activities, acting as an Assistant Zone Manager for High-Performance Landscape Teams.
• Maintain and clean campus grounds, including vegetation debris removal, raking, and trash removal.
• Provide coaching, training, and quality checks on job assignments, standards, and customer service.
• Schedule safety training for the team, ensuring employees work safely and receive necessary medical attention.
• Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions; respond to emergencies and unforeseen situations.
• Maintain and clean equipment, report equipment needs to the supervisor, and ensure unit processes are followed.
• Perform special tasks such as hauling fill dirt/debris, landscape installations, tree work, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of 9th grade and 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years landscape experience in a commercial or corporate environment.
• Ability to maintain landscapes to departmental standards and use landscaping hand-held tools and equipment.
• Basic plant identification, pruning techniques, and general IPM knowledge.
• Leadership skills to lead and prioritize teams under the supervisor's direction.
• Basic communication skills in English in order to: work effectively with customers; operate and demonstrate the functions of the electronic equipment; utilize telecommunication devices.
• Proper maintenance of equipment: cleaning, preserving finishes, checking fluid levels, and lubricating.
• Basic computer skills, including email.
• Ability to work in extreme environments and collaborate within individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences.

Health Assessment Required

UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department

Facilities and Business Operations HR Business Center

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Type of Appointment

Varies

Expected Salary

$19.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

11-11-2026-12-00-AM

Veteran’s Preference

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.