Landscape Technician II

Join the Facilities Ground Maintenance team as a Landscape Technician II. You will participate in planting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, weed whipping, mowing, pulling and hoeing weeds, raking leaves, picking up trash and debris, cleaning sidew...

  • 518346
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Fac Grounds Maintenance
  • Staff Full Time (USS)
  • Opening on: Nov 26 2024
  • On-site

About This Role

Join the Facilities Ground Maintenance team as a Landscape Technician II. You will participate in planting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, weed whipping, mowing, pulling and hoeing weeds, raking leaves, picking up trash and debris, cleaning sidewalks, mulching, and snow removal by operating various tools and equipment of the trade. Perform plumbing and electrical duties to operate, maintain, repair, and install irrigation systems on campus grounds. Hours are Monday-Friday, 6:30am-3pm.

About Us

The role of the Grounds Maintenance and Landscape Department is to provide a safe, functional and aesthetically pleasing exterior environment for the students, faculty and staff of Kansas State University.

Worksite Option

This position is on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Six months of relevant experience. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ability to write concise, meaningful reports.
  • Perform mathematical computations necessary to make accurate estimates for supplies such as fertilizer, grass seed, flowers and chemicals
  • Knowledge and ability to use soil testing equipment. Ability to read and make recommendations from soil test results.
  • Thorough knowledge of plant materials and accepted horticulture practices.
  • Knowledge of methods, practices, techniques, and tools used in the planting and care of trees, shrubs, grasses, and plants.
  • Knowledge of the hazards, proper use and effects insecticides and herbicides.
  • Six months experience in equipment operation.
  • High school graduate or equivalent. Training at post-secondary institution in nursery management, landscape horticulture, agronomy, horticulture, forestry, or plant pathology.
  • Knowledge of all phases of horticultural practices preferred.
  • Arborist training and experience in utilizing landscape plans and blueprint reading would be beneficial.

Other Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license.
  • 3A and 3B Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s license within six months of employment.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

Online Application Form

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

Hourly $ 15.00 - 16.52

 

 

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Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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