Landscape Technician

Landscape Technician Purdue University, United States about 3 hours ago

Location:

West Lafayette, INDIANA Job Description Apply now

Req Id:

39340

Job Title:

Landscape Technician

City:

West Lafayette

Job Description:

. What You'll be

Doing:

As a Grounds Maintenance worker with the Grounds Department, you will: Perform grounds maintenance duties including grounds cleanliness, shrub pruning, turf fertilization and mowing, landscape equipment operation, pesticide application and landscape renovation around several campus buildings Maintain campus lawns by irrigating, mowing, edging, hand trimming, fertilizing, using weed control methods, and performing other grounds duties as assigned Prepare areas for seed or sod, lay sod and sow seed Operate riding mowers, carts, rototillers, lawn sweepers, and aerators as needed. Additionally, maintain campus trees and shrubs by planting, pruning, watering, spraying, weeding and cleaning shrub plantings Plant, maintain, trim, and prune hedges Prepare flowerbeds for growing annuals and bulbs Maintain appropriate recordkeeping and minor equipment operation/maintenance Required to work overtime for special events and campus snow removal Subject to 24-hour call back for emergencies The typical work schedule is 7:00 a.m.

• 3:30 p.m., with a salary range of $17.85
• $19.

85 per hour, plus benefits. The exact rate will be determined based on the candidate's years of experience. This position represents a dual-level posting and will be filled as an Associate Grounds Maintenance worker (S1) or a Grounds Maintenance worker (S2). The hiring manager will determine the job level based on the skills, experience, and qualifications of the selected candidate. Apply Today! Join a team that keeps Purdue University's campus running smoothly and looking its best year-round, and enjoy a benefits package designed for you and your family: Paid Time Off

• Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leave Retirement Contributions
• Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual income Educational Opportunities
• Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global. Comprehensive Insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy Life Insurance
• Financial protection for you and your loved ones

What We're Looking For:

Associate Grounds Maintenance (S1):

Required:

High School Diploma/GED Basic grounds maintenance functions of mowing/trimming, mulching, shrub pruning, pesticide application, and grounds cleanliness helpful Valid driver's license Grounds Maintenance (S2):

Required:

High School Diploma/GED 3+ years in basic grounds maintenance functions of mowing/trimming, mulching, shrub pruning, pesticide application, and grounds cleanliness Valid driver's license

Skills Needed:

Demonstrated basic to intermediate skills in landscape maintenance Ability to read pesticide label and mixing per label Ability to keep records Ability to read, write and speak English required Must be able to communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers Ability to perform basic mathematics needed Good work organization and problem-solving ability required Landscape equipment operation and maintenance i.e. truck, utility cart, etc. necessary Personal protective equipment will be required during specific work duties as determined by the department Class 3A or 3B Pesticide Applicator's License preferred

What We'd Like You To Know:

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Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position A background check will be required for employment in this position

FLSA:

Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)

Retirement Eligibility:

Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan Career Stream Administrative and Operational Support 1 (S1) Pay Band S030 Job Code# 20003357 Administrative and Operational Support 2 (S2) Pay Band S035 Job Code# 20003659

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Who We Are:

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Purdue University is an EA/EO employer. Apply now

Posting Start Date:

11/7/25