Overview
The Landscaper II will install, repair, and maintain the landscaping and grounds on the USU Eastern campus, including snow removal.
Responsibilities
1. Plants and maintains trees, shrubs, flower beds, etc.
2. Applies pesticides to rid grounds of pests, such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks, and others.
3. Applies fertilizers.
4. Prunes trees, trims shrubs, and pulls weeds.
5. Rakes and mulches the grounds as needed.
6. Mows and trims lawns.
7. Removes snow from sidewalks and doorways.
8. Repairs and maintains campus irrigation system.
9. Performs routine maintenance and repairs on grounds equipment.
10. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification:
11. Two years of experience or an associate degree/technical training in a related field is required.
Preferred Qualification:
12. Two years of experience in irrigation and sprinkler repair.
13. Mechanical experience with small engine repairs.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
14. Skilled in performing routine manual labor.
15. Ability to operate landscape maintenance equipment.
16. Knowledge of plant materials and their cultural requirements.
17. Knowledge of fertilizers, insecticides, pesticides, and herbicides used in grounds care and gardening.
18. Skilled in operating snow removal equipment.
19. Ability to diagnose plant conditions and cultural needs and recommend treatment options.
20. Knowledge of irrigation equipment and methods.
21. Knowledge of soil types, slope, and drainage.
22. Ability to communicate with co-workers and customers.
23. Knowledge of applicable safety procedures.
24. Ability to work as a member of a team.
25. Skilled at organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. At least 3 letters of professional references to be input at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile
3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
ADA
The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes.
Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.
USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. ’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.
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