Laborer/Horticultural Attendant
About The Position
Southeastern Louisiana University’s Department of Physical Plant Services invites applications for the position of Laborer/Horticultural Attendant. This position maintains turf and landscapes in an assigned area of campus under the guidance of a Horticulturist supervisor. Turf-maintenance duties include mowing, string trimming, edging, and blowing. Landscape maintenance includes pruning, mulching, weed control, and chemical applications. This position may assist with landscape installation and planting projects. This is a career progression position in which a new incumbent may be hired as a Laborer if they do not meet the minimum qualifications for Horticultural Attendant. For incumbents hired as Laborers, after minimum qualifications for Horticultural Attendant are met and satisfactory performance has been established, the incumbent may then be moved to the Horticultural Attendant job title. Professionalism and courtesy are at the heart of this department as customer needs are served throughout campus. Every Physical Plant employee is part of our Southeastern Lion family and will take pride in delivering a high standard of maintenance services to ensure a safe, clean, and healthy environment that is welcoming to all that we serve. Hourly Rate: Laborer $10.70/Horticulture Attendant $16.06
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.
- Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to be certified through the Southeastern Defensive Driving Course.
Responsibilities
- Turf-maintenance duties include mowing, string trimming, edging, and blowing.
- Landscape maintenance includes pruning, mulching, weed control, and chemical applications.
- Assist with landscape installation and planting projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
