Horticultural Attendant - Leader

Louisiana State University

8d•$18 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Works with and directs Horticulture Attendants, Mobile Equipment Operators, and other labor to maintain the grounds and landscaping of the LSU Baton Rouge campus and other off-site LSU properties as directed. The work may take place in adverse weather conditions, requires the ability to lift 50 pounds, and involves weekend and after-hours work as necessary. The role includes coordinating grounds crews and contractors, maintaining assigned areas to required safety, appearance, and health standards, and operating or directing the use of power riding tractors and mowers. It also involves grounds and landscape upkeep, chemical applications, irrigation and drainage-related tasks, and providing coverage for a Horticulture Attendant Foreman when needed. This is an emergency-essential position and may require reporting to campus during emergencies or closures.

Requirements

Two years of experience or training in farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping; or 12 semester hours in a plant science or landscape field of study.
Valid Louisiana Class E driver's license.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Must undergo a motor vehicle record check and drug screening.
Must undergo a physical evaluation based on the position's physical demands.
Must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain it throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Work with and direct crews of grounds workers, contractors, and supplemental labor to maintain assigned grounds to required safety, appearance, and health standards.
Operate or direct others using power riding tractors and mowers, and maintain entrances, canals, building perimeters, tree perimeters, and roadsides in a neat, clean, and safe condition.
Support other crews as necessary.
Direct or personally perform chemical applications for weed and pest control, fertilization, and soil amendments.
Apply mulch, remove weeds and litter, service litter containers, remove cigarette butts, and assist with ornamental and flower planting.
Direct or personally assist with irrigation work, digging, grading, drain basin cleaning, and other grounds-related tasks.
Fill in for a Horticulture Attendant Foreman by directing the work of two or more crews.
Complete timesheets, vacancy paperwork, and other required documentation.
Perform other work as necessary.