Part-Time Landscape Technician (Weekend Position) MT9857 Position Available In Volusia, Florida

Part-Time Landscape Technician (Weekend Position) MT9857
Stetson University
in DeLand, FL

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Adjunct/Part-Time

Salary:

Salary Grade:

2

Posted:

04/16/2025

Category:

Facilities Management Tracking Code
1440-280 Job Description This position, under the direct supervision of the Grounds Manager, performs skilled grounds maintenance using a variety of power equipment. The Landscape Technician calibrates equipment, manicures, and weeds and trims various species of native plants. This position also manages tress and trims as required. The Landscape Technician maintains walks and drives as required. This position installs new landscape material as needed, as well as adjusts and replaces irrigation heads, maintains irrigation controls and low voltage light fixtures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Employment duties will include, but not be limited to the following:
Safely operate power mowers, tractors, light trucks, edgers, clippers, and other handheld power tools used in the grounds maintenance industry
Inspect and maintain equipment and machines following a preventative maintenance program
Lay sod; water grounds; rake; pick up paper and other debris from assigned areas; install landscaping and repair roads
Assist in the set-up of various events held on the premises
Assist in recommending, coordinating, and/or implementing as directed, short

• and long-term plans and programs for an integrated landscape management
  Install new landscapes and materials as specified by Landscape Architect
  Maintain privacy and decorative fence; provide paint touch-up as needed to both fence and facilities
  Conduct periodic inspections of premises and grounds to assure appropriate measures are taken to prevent occurrence/reoccurrence of problems associated with an integrated pest management and landscape programs
  Support on-the-job training of newly hired staff members
  Maintain an effective working relationship, both inter•and intra-departmentally
  Respond to building and grounds complaints, remedy problems, and keep constituents informed in a timely manner
  Effectively plan and perform in a multi-task environment and meeting self•or pre-imposed objectives and deadlines; exercises the use of independent judgement
  Performs other site and position specific duties as assigned
  Required Skills
  Ability to effectively communicate in spoken and written English
  Knowledge of tools and equipment used in the turf maintenance industry
  Knowledge of occupational safety rules and practices
  Ability to perform strenuous physical work in adverse environmental conditions
  Skills in the operation of light trucks, tractors, and mowing equipment
  Knowledge of mathematics sufficient to calculate quantities and determine appropriate ratios and mixtures
  Ability to work independently and maintain accurate data logs, records, and information sheets as may be required
  Ability to effectively interact and communicate with others
  Ability to carry and lift moderately heavy objects (20-30 lb.

) to very heavy objects (100 lb. or over)
Ability to walk over rough or uneven surfaces, bend, stoop, climb stepladders, and work in confined spaces
Ability to walk and climb stairs and provide manual labor necessary to fulfill job functions; many buildings have multiple floors with stairs and no elevators
Ability to work in environments with extreme temperature and humidity common in Florida. Frequently performs work outside and may work in buildings without air conditioning, heating, or other comforts. May work in areas that are dusty, noisy, and areas that may have unpleasant odors.
Required Experience
Minimum high school diploma or GED preferred but not essential with appropriate experience
One (1) year of experience in landscaping
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record as determined by the University’s auto insurance carrier.

Salary Grade:

2
Stetson University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that affirms cultural diversity and inclusion as a core value of academic excellence at Stetson University. We are committed to achieving equal access in education, employment, and participation through the recruitment and retention of outstanding faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds, and to meaningful academic and intellectual transformation in curriculum, research and service. We are dedicated to actions and policies that foster a community in which individuals with various identities, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints work together to create opportunities for engagement through rewarding and fulfilling careers and personal experiences in a culturally and racially diverse society and a globalized world. We strongly encourage members of historically under-represented and economically disadvantaged groups and women to apply for employment. Stetson University is an EEO, ADA, ADEA, and GINA employer.
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