Landscape Technician

tamz.umd.edu

Base: $46,736.00 - $56,083.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds
Work with personal protective equipment
Operate heavy equipment and tools
This position offers technical and administrative assistance to the campus Landscape Tech Supervisor or Horticulturist and requires physical ability to work in environments with allergens and perform demanding physical tasks

Job Summary

  • This position offers technical and administrative assistance to the campus Landscape Tech Supervisor or Horticulturist and requires physical ability to work in environments with allergens and perform demanding physical tasks.
  • The role requires possession or timely acquisition of multiple Maryland state certifications related to pesticide application and fertilizer application as a condition of employment.
  • Employment offers are contingent on background checks and employment eligibility verification, and the position is essential with shift hours from 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Matching Summary

This position offers technical and administrative assistance to the campus Landscape Tech Supervisor or Horticulturist and requires physical ability to work in environments with allergens and perform demanding physical tasks.

Salary

Base: $46,736.00 - $56,083.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Regular Nonexempt benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ability to lift up to 100 pounds
  • Work with personal protective equipment
  • Operate heavy equipment and tools
  • Work at heights up to 35 feet
  • Perform physical labor in adverse weather
  • Read and interpret landscape plans

Nice-to-have

  • Effective oral and written communication
  • Organize and lead assigned personnel
  • Prepare comprehensive reports

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in horticulture or related field
  • Two years landscape construction or maintenance experience
  • Valid Maryland Class C driver’s license with fewer than 6 points
  • Maryland Certified Pesticide Applicator licenses in categories 3A, 3C, and 6
  • Maryland Certified Professional Fertilizer Applicator
  • Ability to obtain certifications within 6 months if not currently held
  • Medical certification to apply pesticides

Work Rights

Must have valid work authorization in the US

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