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Landscape Technician

University of Idaho
Moscow, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 3/16/2025 CLOSED ON 4/11/2025

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Position Details

Position Information

Internal Posting?

Posting Number

SP004605P

Position Title

Landscape Technician

Division / College

Facilities Management

Department

Facility Management

Location

Moscow

Posting Context Statement

Position Overview

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

Unit URL

https : / / www.uidaho.edu / dfa / facilities

Position Qualifications

Required Experience

  • Working in a team to accomplish goals
  • Following set procedures and routines
  • Required Education

  • None
  • Required Other

  • Possess a Commercial Pesticide Applicators Certification for the category of Ornamental / Landscape Herbicide Application or able to obtain one within six months of hire
  • Possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
  • Ability to respond to emergency calls within one hour and serve on weekend call-out duty on a regular rotation
  • Additional Preferred

  • Associate 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
  • Degree Requirement

    Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

    Posting Information

    FLSA Status

    Non-Exempt

    Employee Category

    Classified

    Pay Range

    Commensurate with experience.

    Type of Appointment

    Fiscal Year

    Full Time / Part Time

    Full Time

    Funding

    A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

    Uncertain

    Posting Date

    10 / 04 / 2024

    Closing Date

    Open Until Filled

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    First review date 10 / 27 / 24. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.

    In your application materials, be sure to fully describe how you meet each item in 1) required education, 2) required experience and 3) required other. Only applicants who demonstrate that they meet all requirements in their written application are eligible to be considered for the position.

    Applicant Resources

    https : / / www.uidaho.edu / human-resources / careers / applicant-resources

    Background Check Statement

    Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

    EEO Statement

    The University of Idaho is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. The University is committed to the policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status as protected under applicable federal, state or local law in employment or educational programs.

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