Landscape Specialist/Spray Tech - Maintenance

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or Degree*
• Two Years of landscape or grounds management experience*
• Experience with landscape design, irrigation systems/applicator equipment and processes, disease and insect identification and prevention
• Effective communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as work independently
• Ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds
• Ability to work a non-standard work week which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in horticulture
• Valid Florida spray license

*An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of education/experience requirements

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs. Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate’s previous experience and qualifications. You can view our full benefits guide on the official job posting by clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.

THE UAA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

WE ARE PROUD TO BE A DRUG FREE TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE.