Landscape Technician

LC State invites applications for the position of Landscape Technician (2 openings).

Salary and rank based on experience and qualifications: $16.83 - $18.26 per hour

Required Qualifications:

• At least six months or one season performing related work (Home yard work is not qualifying experience unless it is for a very large and detailed landscape/grounds)

• Grounds equipment operation, maintenance, and repair.

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently, coordinate and facilitate solutions, and analyze and resolve landscape issues.

• A valid driver's license is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree

• Knowledge of plants and soil types.

• Horticulture and professional landscaping practices.

• Knowledge of spraying of pesticides and herbicides.

• Basic pruning & irrigation knowledge.

Responsibilities:

• General grounds maintenance.

• Grounds equipment operation, maintenance, and repair.

• Operate equipment: snow blowers, lawn mowers, string trimmers, edgers, leaf blowers, forklifts, aerial lifts, tractors, dollies, carts, hand tools, and other mechanized equipment.

• Set up bleachers, portable stages and flooring, and tables and chairs for special events.

• Respond to emerging conditions on campus, assist with leaf and snow removal, and flood water cleanup.

• Assist other Physical Plant crews as needed.

• Additional duties include direct and indirect activities to support recruitment and retention of students.

Application Procedure: Please upload all of the following documents or your application may not be considered for review.

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

• Contact Information or Letters for three (3) Professional References

This position is open until filled. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check and may also be subject to an education verification. LC State is an EEO/VETS employer.