Part-Time Arboretum Landscape Tech — Tree Planting

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is seeking a part-time Arboretum Assistant to support landscape maintenance and tree planting in the Texas Arboretum. The 19-hour-per-week position runs Monday through Friday mornings through December 23, 2026, with potential extension based on funding.

Responsibilities include trail maintenance, mowing, soil prep, irrigation setup, and assisting with planting projects using common grounds equipment.

Qualifications

• Previous landscape maintenance experience including equipment operation.
• Must be able to perform strenuous manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver License.
• Bending and lifting required.
• Lift/carry up to 50 Ibs. Push/pull up to 50 Ibs.

Responsibilities

• Trail maintenance, mulching, mowing and edging, soil preparation and tree planting, installation of irrigation and cages for newly planted trees.
• Equipment operation to complete job duties including riding lawn mower, utility vehicles, leaf blower, string trimmer, skid steer, mini-excavator, and tractor.
• Soil preparation for tree planting with use of mini-excavator and tractor with tiller.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is seeking a part-time Arboretum Assistant to support landscape maintenance and tree planting in the Texas Arboretum. The 19-hour-per-week position runs Monday through Friday mornings through December 23, 2026, with potential extension based on funding.

Responsibilities include trail maintenance, mowing, soil prep, irrigation setup, and assisting with planting projects using common grounds equipment.