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University of Idaho
Landscape Technician
Location: Moscow
Division/College: Facilities Management
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $16.00 per hour
FTE: 1.0
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Summary:
The position performs green space and hardscape maintenance to ensure a high quality of landscape care within an assigned area of the campus landscape.
This is an essential position that will be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.
Duties may include:
- Water, irrigate and install sprinklers
- Prune, weed and monitor grass, plants, shrubs and trees
- Mow, edge, thatch and patch turf
- Keep landscape and hardscape areas clear of weeds, leaves, trash and other debris
- Maintain trees up to 20 feet tall
- Apply and maintain records related to chemical applications and fertilizers
- Maintain and repair landscaping tools and equipment
- Operate a variety of tools and equipment
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- None
- Working in a team to accomplish goals
- Following set procedures and routines
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in horticulture, urban forestry, landscape maintenance or a related field
- One year of experience in commercial or institutional landscape care operations
- Certification to operate landscape equipment such as forklifts, tractors, aerial lifts or related equipment
- Expressed interest in learning and acquiring skills related to landscape maintenance
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Must be able to:
- Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
- Climb and work at various heights above ground using ladders, scaffolding, lifts and bucket trucks
- Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
- Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing duties
- Work in confined spaces using equipment and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Work in inclement weather conditions
- Work on uneven and slick surfaces
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
Posting Number: SP004387P
Posting Date: 04/16/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
First review date 4/30/24. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.
Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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