Horticulture & Forestry Specialist - Facilities Planning & Management
About The Position
This position performs year-round landscaping and groundskeeping activities to maintain and improve University grounds. A key focus of this position will be the design, propagation, installation, and care of annual and perennial plants, shrubs, and trees on campus grounds as well as greenhouse operation and maintenance. Employees in this class also support the overall operation of the University by performing snow removal, litter and trash removal, and the safe operation of various vehicles and power equipment to conduct maintenance tasks. The incumbent is also responsible for overseeing the training and work of students, temporary and classified employees assigned to them. This position will be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills. Position is listed as a level 2 for risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens. All work is performed under the general supervision of the Buildings & Grounds Manager and the Grounds Lead. The normal work schedule for this position is 6 am to 2 pm Monday through Friday. Position work schedule may change, including evening, weekend, and holiday hours, based upon operational need for snow and ice removal.
Requirements
- H.S. Diploma
- 2 years of prior experience performing landscaping and grounds maintenance, horticulture, or greenhouse management in a professional setting
- Ability to attain UW System driver authorization within first week of employment Driver Driver Authorization
- Individuals must have or have the ability to obtain a State of Wisconsin Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License 3.0 Turf and Landscape within 6 months of hire
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree or a professional certification in horticulture, botany, forestry, or a related field
- Prior experience performing snow removal using trucks, loaders, tractors, or specialized equipment in a professional setting
- Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required: Knowledge of plant identification and proper methods and techniques for planting, transplanting, pruning and trimming perennials, trees, shrubs etc.
- Ability to have and maintain a valid Driver's License meeting the criteria for operating a university vehicle
- Ability to assist with database management and record keeping as it relates to greenhouse management, plant labeling and pest control applications
- Ability to perform a variety of daily, periodic, and seasonal duties that require bending, standing for prolonged periods, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances
- Ability to be able to work in various environments, noisy or dust-filled areas, adverse weather conditions, or at heights above 30' etc.
- Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, staff, and students
- Ability to work independently and prioritize workload
- Ability to work overtime hours for snow removal or other special events as needed
- Ability to grasp, lift or carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills
Responsibilities
- Provide Horticulture and Forestry expertise
- Perform year-round landscaping and grounds maintenance activities
- Perform Winter snow and ice control activities
- Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned
Benefits
- UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package.
- To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
