Horticultural Attendant

Louisiana State University

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Horticultural Attendant position involves performing labor to maintain grounds, operating various hand and power equipment, and possessing some plant identification knowledge. Key duties include chemical application, pruning, equipment maintenance, raking, and litter pick up. The role requires working in adverse weather conditions, including potential overtime and weekend work. Responsibilities extend to supporting arboriculture services, applying chemicals for weed and pest control, fertilizing, mulching, and assisting with planting and irrigation tasks. The attendant will also be responsible for inspecting and maintaining mobile equipment and vehicles, keeping records, and assisting with cleanup for special events. This is a safety and security-sensitive, emergency essential position, meaning the attendant may be required to report to campus during emergencies or closures. A valid driver's license is required, and the position is subject to drug screens and a physical evaluation.

Requirements

One year of experience or training in farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping; OR Six semester hours in a plant science or landscape field of study.
Valid driver's license.
Subject to an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check.
Subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
Considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
Will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.

Responsibilities

Operation of power riding mower (25HP or less), trimmer, edger, blower, hedger, etc. to maintain grounds, sidewalks, plaza, building entrances, canals, building perimeters, road sides, etc. in a neat, clean, and safe condition.
Support arboriculture service with labor to chip limbs, haul debris, perform tight chain saw work, pruning and chemical spraying, etc.
Apply chemicals to control weeds, control pests, fertilize and amend soils, apply mulch to beds and under tree canopies.
Perform weed removal, assist with ornamental and Rower planting, litter removal, Litter container servicing for cleanliness, cigarette butt removal, etc.
Maintain interior plants to include watering, pruning, fertilizing, relocation, rotating, cleaning, treatment for disease and insects.
Assist with irrigation work, digging, grading, drain basin cleaning, concrete repair labor as needed.
Perform inspections on mobile equipment and vehicles.
Change blades and tires as necessary on mowers, keep some records, Assist with preventative maintenance as required.
Work special events (athletic, fraternity, public, etc.) to assist with litter control and related cleanup.
Perform related work as assigned.