Senior Landscape Maintenance Technician

Creighton University; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Plan

Tuition Remission & Exchange

Paid Time off

All weather gear provided

Flex schedules

Job summary

Creighton University is seeking a Senior Landscape Maintenance Technician to maintain university grounds year-round, including mowing, fertilizing, and caring for ornamental plants, trees, and shrubs. Responsibilities include overseeing contracted work, mentoring junior staff, and performing snow removal as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma, 5+ years of related experience, Pesticide Applicator certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months), and valid driver's license with a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years related experience preferred.
• Experience operating commercial zero-turn mowers and snow removal equipment.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicators certification or ability to attain within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily landscape maintenance, including turf care, plant care, litter removal, and general repairs to campus grounds.
• Conducts inspections and completes preventative maintenance on landscape equipment.
• Performs seasonal landscape updates and specialized maintenance tasks.
• Responds to service and repair requests for University grounds and landscape.
• Completes required computer-based tasks.
• Assists with coordination and oversight of contracted grounds and landscape work while also providing day‑to‑day direction, training, and mentorship to less‑experienced technicians to support skill development and ensure work quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects within Facilities Management.

Skills

Lawn maintenance

Mowing

Snow removal

Vehicle operation

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Zero-turn mowers

Trailer

Small engines

Job description

A Senior Landscape Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining University grounds and landscape year round by performing regular duties such as mowing, fertilizing, and maintaining turf grass. Transplants, prunes, waters, and cares for ornamental plants, trees, and shrubs. Weeds, mulches, and performs litter control, debris disposal, and additional grounds and landscape maintenance duties as needed. Builds and maintains plant installations. Works in a variety of weather conditions. Assists with snow removal, brick, and road repairs.

Essential Functions

• Performs daily landscape maintenance, including turf care, plant care, litter removal, and general repairs to campus grounds.
• Conducts inspections and completes preventative maintenance on landscape equipment.
• Performs seasonal landscape updates and specialized maintenance tasks.
• Responds to service and repair requests for University grounds and landscape.
• Completes required computer-based tasks.
• Assists with coordination and oversight of contracted grounds and landscape work while also providing day‑to‑day direction, training, and mentorship to less‑experienced technicians to support skill development and ensure work quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects within Facilities Management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ Years related experience preferred.
• Experience operating commercial zero‑turn mowers and snow removal equipment.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicators certification or ability to attain within 12 months of hire.

Licenses/Certifications

• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record per Creighton's Vehicle Safety policy. Candidates must have a minimum of two (2) years of licensed driving experience and be at least 19 years of age at the time of hire for this role. Please note: Operating a motor vehicle is an essential function of this role.
• Ability to attain Commercial Pesticide Applicators certification within 12 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, and reach as required for tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors in various harsh weather conditions.
• Experience operating a truck with a trailer.
• Knowledge of building walls, laying patios, rock beds, and related tools and equipment.
• Ability to maintain and perform general repairs on small engines, equipment, and vehicles.
• Ability to follow directives and work independently.
• Ability to identify plant, tree, and turf diseases.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights of 20 feet or more.
• Strong customer service focus and attention to detail.
• Basic computer and typing skills.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Knowledge of grounds and landscape maintenance procedures and best practices, including plant and turf species identification and care.
• Knowledge of grounds‑related tools (e.g., shovel, rake, pruners, saw, t‑post) and their proper use and maintenance.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance, hand, and power tools, including large power equipment.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions related to operating grounds equipment.

Benefits

• Full‑time, 12‑month work schedules.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, etc...
• Retirement Plan with employer contribution and employer match.
• Robust Wellness Program to care for the whole person based on our Ignatian values including free use of gym facilities
• Tuition Remission & Exchange (FACHEX), and discounts to private High Schools for the employee, spouse and eligible dependents
• Paid Time off: Vacation, Sick, Holidays, and Volunteer service hours
• All weather gear provided
• Flex schedules – flex schedules to accommodate high heat days
• And More.....

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non‑discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Creighton complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Creighton University seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values.