Horticultural Attendant

Louisiana State University

1d•$16 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Performs labor to maintain grounds and uses hand and power equipment. Duties include chemical application, pruning, equipment maintenance, raking, litter pickup, storm-debris cleanup, drain cleaning, laying sod, weed removal, mulching, digging, grading, cleaning signs and other items, painting, pressure washing, and planting. The role requires working in adverse weather, overtime, and on weekends, and may require reporting to or remaining on campus during an emergency or closure. The attendant maintains grounds, sidewalks, plazas, building entrances, canals, building perimeters, and roadsides in a neat, clean, and safe condition. The position also supports arboriculture work, applies chemicals and soil amendments, maintains interior plants, assists with irrigation and concrete repairs, inspects and performs basic maintenance on mobile equipment and vehicles, and supports cleanup for special events.

Requirements

One year of experience or training in farming, 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.
Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders.
Ability to stoop, kneel, and bend for extended periods.
Ability to work overtime and weekends.
Subject to drug/alcohol testing under University Policy Statement 67.
A pre-employment physical examination is required due to the position's physical requirements.
Must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain it throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Operate riding mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, hedgers, and related equipment to maintain grounds and surrounding areas.
Support arboriculture services by chipping limbs, hauling debris, performing tight chainsaw work, pruning, and applying chemical sprays.
Apply chemicals to control weeds and pests, fertilize and amend soils, apply mulch, remove weeds and litter, service litter containers, and remove cigarette butts.
Assist with ornamental and flower planting.
Maintain interior plants by watering, pruning, fertilizing, relocating, rotating, cleaning, and treating them for disease and insects.
Assist with irrigation work, digging, grading, drain-basin cleaning, and concrete repair labor.
Inspect mobile equipment and vehicles; change mower blades and tires as necessary; keep some records; and assist with preventative maintenance.
Assist with litter control and related cleanup at athletic, fraternity, public, and other special events.
Perform related work as assigned.