Lead Horticulture Attendant – Grounds & Irrigation

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement options

Job summary

Louisiana State University''s Landscape Services is seeking a Horticultural Attendant- Leader to supervise a crew of grounds workers and ensure campus grounds are safe and well maintained in all weather conditions.

The role involves directing equipment operators, applying pesticides and fertilizers, overseeing irrigation tasks, and substituting for the foreman as needed; a valid Louisiana driver’s license and willingness to pass drug screens are required.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience or training in farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping.
• Valid driver''s license and willingness to undergo MVR checks and drug screens.
• Safety-sensitive/emergency essential position; background check may be required.

Responsibilities

• Directs a crew and maintains grounds across campus and off-site properties.
• Operates or directs others using power riding tractors, mowers (usually <25HP), entrances, canals, building perimeters, tree perimeters, roadsides, etc.
• Directs chemical applications for weed control, pest control, fertilization, and soil amendments; manages mulching, planting, litter removal.
• Assists with irrigation work, digging, grading, and drain basin cleaning, and other grounds tasks as needed.
• Fills in for the Horticulture Attendant Foreman and handles time sheets and other administrative tasks.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Valid driver''s license

Plant science knowledge

Education

Twelve semester hours in plant science or landscape

Job description

Louisiana State University''s Landscape Services is seeking a Horticultural Attendant- Leader to supervise a crew of grounds workers and ensure campus grounds are safe and well maintained in all weather conditions.

The role involves directing equipment operators, applying pesticides and fertilizers, overseeing irrigation tasks, and substituting for the foreman as needed; a valid Louisiana driver’s license and willingness to pass drug screens are required.