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Horticultural Attendant-Leader

Louisiana State University

0100 Landscape Services Building, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Dec 2025

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Job Posting Title:

Horticultural Attendant-Leader

Position Type:

Classified

Department:

LSUAM FA - FPO - FS - Land - Turf - EZ - Crew A (Tyris Lee (00052213))

Work Location:

0100 Landscape Services Building

Pay Grade:

Classified Technician and Skilled Trades

Job Description:

Works with and directs Horticultural Attendants, Mobile Equipment Operators, and other labor to maintain the grounds and landscaping of the campus at LSU Baton Rouge and other off-site LSU properties as directed. This job entails working in adverse weather conditions, requires the ability to lift 50lbs, and involves work on weekends and after hours as necessary.

Job Responsibilities

Works with and directs a crew of other grounds workers, contractors, and/or supplemental labor to maintain the grounds in assigned areas to levels of safety, appearance, and health as required. Operates or directs others working with power riding tractors, mowers (usually less than 25HP), entrances, canals, building perimeters, tree perimeters, roadsides, etc., in a neat, clean, and safe condition. Supports other crews as necessary. (75%)

Directs others or personally applies chemicals for weed control, pest control, fertilization, and amendment of soils, applies mulch to beds and under tree canopies, performs weed removal, assists with ornamental and flower planting, litter removal, litter container servicing for cleanliness, cigarette butt removal, etc. (10%)

Directs others or personally assists with irrigation work, digging, grading, and drain basin cleaning, and other types of grounds-related tasks as needed. (5%)

Fills in for a Horticultural Attendant Foreman to direct the activity of 2 or more crews of Horticulture Attendants, Mobile Equipment Operators, and others in assigned tasks. Fills out time sheets, vacancy paperwork, etc., as required. (5%)

Performs other work as necessary. (5%)

Additional Information

1) Due to the nature of this position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with the University Policy Statement 67.

2) Ability to work in all weather conditions. In accordance with University Policy Statement 18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of an emergency or closure.

3) This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

4) This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of experience or training in farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping; OR

Twelve semester hours in a plant science or landscape field of study.

Minimum Certifications/Licenses

Valid Louisiana Class E License

Louisiana State Civil Service Job Specifications

http://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=128920

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Please provide a cover letter, resume, and three professional references, including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact James Ransom at jranso1@lsu.edu.

A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.