LC State invites applications for the position of Landscape Technician.
Salary and rank based on experience and qualifications: $15.86 $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 drivers license is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates degree
- Knowledge of plants and soil types.
- Horticulture and professional landscaping practices.
- Knowledge of spraying of pesticides and herbicides.
- Basic pruning & irrigation knowledge.
Responsibilities:
Under supervision to do routine gardening general landscaping and grounds maintenance work; may instruct lead or supervise temporary workers; operate and maintain related equipment; perform related work.
- Responsible for all aspects of landscaping such as weeding fertilizing spraying mulching trimming hedges and cutting branches and mowing lawns.
- Miscellaneous
a. Assists other landscape and crafts staff in performing their duties.
b. Uses snow blowers lawnmowers airlift platforms dollies and carts.
c. Removes waste and debris from areas.
d. Duties may include setting up bleachers portable flooring tables and chairs for special events.
e. Shovels snow from walkways. - 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; however applications received on or before April 30 2025 will receive first consideration. 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.
Required Experience:
IC