Horticultural Attendant

Lsu Noel Laboratory

Not specified; benefits: health, life, dental, vis...
Operation of riding mowers and power trimmers
Chemical application for weed and pest control
Pruning trees and shrubs with chain saws
This position involves performing labor to maintain grounds including operating riding mowers, trimmers, and blowers

Job Summary

  • This position involves performing labor to maintain grounds including operating riding mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
  • The role requires applying chemicals to control weeds and pests while maintaining interior plants and outdoor landscapes.
  • LSU offers outstanding benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, retirement options, and paid holidays.

Matching Summary

This position involves performing labor to maintain grounds including operating riding mowers, trimmers, and blowers.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Health, life, dental, vision, retirement, tuition exemption, wellness benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operation of riding mowers and power trimmers
  • Chemical application for weed and pest control
  • Pruning trees and shrubs with chain saws
  • Equipment maintenance and safety inspections
  • Working in adverse weather conditions

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of plant identification
  • Experience with irrigation system repair
  • Ability to work weekends and overtime
  • Physical stamina for heavy lifting
  • Event support and litter control experience

Key Requirements

  • Valid driver's license required
  • One year of groundskeeping or farming experience
  • Six semester hours in plant science or landscape study
  • Subject to drug screens and background check
  • Safety and security-sensitive position classification

Work Rights

Must have valid U.S. work authorization

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