- Salary
- $16 – $18
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Associate
- Source
- ApplicantPro
Description
LC State invites applications for the position of Landscape Technician (2 openings).
Salary and rank based on experience and qualifications: $16.83 - $18.26 per hour
Required Qualifications:
- At least six months or one season performing related work (Home yard work is not qualifying experience unless it is for a very large and detailed landscape/grounds)
- Grounds equipment operation, maintenance, and repair.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, coordinate and facilitate solutions, and analyze and resolve landscape issues.
- A valid driver's license is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's degree
- Knowledge of plants and soil types.
- Horticulture and professional landscaping practices.
- Knowledge of spraying of pesticides and herbicides.
- Basic pruning & irrigation knowledge.
Responsibilities:
- General grounds maintenance.
- Grounds equipment operation, maintenance, and repair.
- Operate equipment: snow blowers, lawn mowers, string trimmers, edgers, leaf blowers, forklifts, aerial lifts, tractors, dollies, carts, hand tools, and other mechanized equipment.
- Set up bleachers, portable stages and flooring, and tables and chairs for special events.
- Respond to emerging conditions on campus, assist with leaf and snow removal, and flood water cleanup.
- Assist other Physical Plant crews as needed.
- Additional duties include direct and indirect activities to support recruitment and retention of students.
Application Procedure: Please upload all of the following documents or your application may not be considered for review.
- Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Contact Information or Letters for three (3) Professional References
This position is open until filled; however, applications received on or before January 16, 2026, will receive first consideration. Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check and may also be subject to an education verification. LC State is an EEO/VETS employer.