Senior Landscape Lead — Grounds & Horticulture

The University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays + discretionary day

Retirement program

Medical & dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

The University of Kansas is seeking a Landscape Worker Senior to operate and maintain the University’s grounds. You will plant, prune, transplant, and care for trees, shrubs and flowers, often leading crews and operating a range of landscape equipment.

This role requires a Kansas pesticide license within six months, a high school diploma or GED, and one year of landscape experience; schedule is Monday–Friday 6:30 AM to 3 PM. Starting salary is $40,000 with KU benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• One year of landscape/horticultural work experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience using computers or handheld devices for work.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews in planting, maintaining and treating lawns, beds and other plantings.
• Operate landscape equipment such as mowers, trimmers, snow blowers, tractors and trucks.
• Coordinate work with Landscape Technicians and other crew members; perform equipment maintenance.

Skills

Landscape experience

Driver's license

Computer/handheld devices usage

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The University of Kansas is seeking a Landscape Worker Senior to operate and maintain the University’s grounds. You will plant, prune, transplant, and care for trees, shrubs and flowers, often leading crews and operating a range of landscape equipment.

This role requires a Kansas pesticide license within six months, a high school diploma or GED, and one year of landscape experience; schedule is Monday–Friday 6:30 AM to 3 PM. Starting salary is $40,000 with KU benefits.