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Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
Onsite
Works with and directs Horticulture Attendants, Mobile Equipment Operators and other labor to maintain the grounds and landscaping of the campus at LSU Baton Rouge and other off-site LSU properties as directed. This job entails working in adverse weather conditions, requires the ability to lift 50Ibs, and involves work on weekends and after hours as necessary.
Job Duties:
75%- Works with and directs a crew of other grounds workers, contractors, and/or supplemental labor to maintain the grounds in an assigned areas to levels of safety, appearance, and health as required. Operates or directs others working with power riding tractors, mowers (usually less that 25HP), entrances, canals, building perimeters, tree perimeters, road sides, etc. in a neat, clean, and safe condition. Supports other crews as necessary.
10%- Directs others or personally applies chemicals for weed control, pest control, fertilization and amendment of soils; applies mulch to beds and under tree canopies, performs weed removal, assists with ornamental and flower planting, litter removal, litter container servicing for cleanliness, cigarette butt removal, etc.
5%- Directs others or personally assists with irrigation work, digging, grading, and drain basin cleaning, and other types of grounds related tasks as needed.
5%- Fills in for a Horticulture Attendant Foreman to direct the activity of 2 or more crews of Horticulture Attendants, Mobile Equipment Operators, and others in assigned tasks. Fills out time sheets, vacancy paper work, etc., as required.
5%- Performs other work as necessary
Minimum Qualifications:
Two years of experience or training in farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping; OR
Twelve semester hours in a plant science or landscape field of study.
Special or Physical Qualifications:
This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.
Certifications/Licenses:
Valid Louisiana Class E License
Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details:
https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=128920
Range
Minimum/SER: $18.38/hr.
1st Quartile: $22.06/hr.
Midpoint: $25.73/hr.
3rd Quartile: $29.41/hr.
Maximum: $33.08/hr.
Hourly rate may be commensurate with candidate's experience in alignment with Chapter 6 rules.
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
