Horticultural Attendant-Leader

Louisiana State University

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Works with and directs Horticulture Attendants, Mobile Equipment Operators and other labor to maintain the grounds and landscaping of the campus at LSU Baton Rouge and other off-site LSU properties as directed. This job entails working in adverse weather conditions, requires the ability to lift 50 lbs, and involves work on weekends and after hours as necessary.

Requirements

Two years of experience in any of the following: farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping.
Valid Driver's Class E License
Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, be capable of reaching, walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
Must have physical ability to perform manual work.
Must be capable of walking around the assigned area and stand for extended period of time.
Subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67.
May be required to report or stay on campus in the event of emergency or closure.
Pre-employment physical examination will be required per FASOP: HR-04.

Responsibilities

Works with and directs a crew of other grounds workers, contractors, and/or supplemental labor to maintain the grounds in assigned areas to levels of safety, appearance, and health as required.
Operates or directs others working with power riding tractors, mowers (usually less than 25HP), entrances, canals, building perimeters, tree perimeters, road sides, etc. in a neat, clean, and safe condition.
Supports other crews as necessary.
Directs others or personally applies chemicals for weed control, pest control, fertilization and amendment of soils; applies mulch to beds and under tree canopies, performs weed removal, assists with ornamental and flower planting, litter removal, litter container servicing for cleanliness, cigarette butt removal, etc.
Directs others or personally assists with irrigation work, digging, grading, and drain basin cleaning, and other types of grounds related tasks as needed.
Fills in for a Horticulture Attendant Foreman to direct the activity of 2 or more crews of Horticulture Attendants, Mobile Equipment Operators, and others in assigned tasks.
Fills out time sheets, vacancy paper work, etc., as required.
Performs other work as necessary.