Landscaper Laborer

Utah State University; Logan (UT); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Utah State University is seeking a Housing Landscape Laborer responsible for the maintenance and repair of campus landscaping. The role requires physical fitness and a valid driver's license for operating university vehicles. This position is ideal for students, offering hands-on experience in landscape maintenance within a vibrant academic setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Valid Utah driver’s license needed for driving university vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain landscape features like trees and flower beds.
• Operate university vehicles for various tasks across the campus.
• Perform snow removal and grounds maintenance tasks.

Skills

Physical endurance

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

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

This position requires a valid driver’s license, as daily tasks involve operating university vehicles to complete assignments across campus.

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.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

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

$13.00/hr

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 28,900 students, both online and in person atlocations 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 Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion 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 namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.

The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking employment.Additionally,USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations 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] [e-mail].

*updated 02/2025

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 EquityMatthew Pinner,[e-mail],Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael,[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 visithttps://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

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

*updated 09/2023