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Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.
All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
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Job Posting Title:
Horticultural Attendant (Groundskeeping/Yard Work)
Position Type:
Classified
Department:
LSUA FA - FS - Grounds Supervision (James Mitchell (00005063))
Work Location:
LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:
Classified Technician and Skilled Trades
Job Description:
134400
HORTICULTURAL ATTENDANT (Groundskeeping/Yard Work)
WS209 $33,405.00-$60,112.00
NOTE:
Effective July 1st, 2023, the minimum hourly pay has increased for Horticultural Attendant.
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To propagate plants, record data, arrange plant displays, prepare and apply pesticides, prepare classroom materials, and supervise student assistants. To perform work of a skilled nature to maintain grounds around state buildings and institutions.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Experienced.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Direct from Horticultural Attendant Foreman, Horticulturist, or other higher level supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
May exercise functional supervision over student workers, laborers, inmates, and patients.
LOCATION OF WORK:
May be used by all state agencies.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Horticultural Attendant Leader by absence of regular lead worker responsibilities.
Differs from Tree Specialist by absence of responsibility for trimming trees at considerable heights.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Performs diversified and skilled work in care of plants, vegetation, trees, and grounds of an agency.
Prunes and trims trees and shrubs as needed or on a seasonal basis.
Performs any related duties necessary for the growth and appearance of trees, plants, and vegetation.
Propagates, cultivates, fertilizes, disbuds, and schedules foliage, vegetable, horticultural, florist, and woody ornamental crops.
Monitors and adjusts environmental control system for plant structures.
Monitors pest activity; schedules, prepares, and applies pesticides, and calibrates pesticide applicators.
Records data on crop development, yields, and environment.
Gives direction to student workers; checks quality and quantity of student work.
Schedules, selects, prepares, delivers, and arranges plant material for university functions.
Prepares materials and aids in supervision of student laboratory exercises.
Maintains inventory of supplies and tools, including preparing material orders.
Operates and maintains, through minor repairs, common horticultural machines and irrigation systems.
Assists Horticulturist in greenhouse and small nursery management.
Grows and maintains houseplants for use in state offices.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of experience in any of the following: farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
College training will substitute for the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for one year of experience provided that six semester hours of each thirty is in any of the following fields: botany, agriculture, horticulture, floriculture, agronomy, forestry, turf management, landscape management or landscape architecture.
Vocational training in the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs will substitute for the required experience on a month for month basis.
NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Overview of Position and its Purpose (Groundskeeping/Yard Work)
Perform labor to maintain ground. Ability to operate hand and power equipment. Some plant ID knowledge, chemical application. Pruning, equipment maintenance, raking, litter pickup. Working in adverse weather, overtime work, and weekend work. Equipment may include: riding and push mower, string trimmer, blower, back pack blower and sprayer, tractor, ZTR, hedger, edger, chain saw. Storm debris cleanup, drain cleaning, laying sod, weed removal, mulching, digging, grading. cleaning signs and other items, painting, pressure washing, and planting
Job Description
50%
Operation of power riding mower (25HP or less), trimmer, edger, blower, hedger, etc. to maintain grounds, sidewalks, plazas, building entrances, canals, building perimeters, tree perimeters, road sides, etc. in a neat, clean, and safe condition. Support arboriculture service with labor to chip limbs, haul debris, perform light chain saw work, pruning, chemical spraying, etc.
25%
Apply chemicals to control weeds, control pests, fertilize and amend soils, apply mulch to beds and under tree canopies, perform weed removal, assist with ornamental and flower planting, litter removal, Jitter container servicing for cleanliness, cigarette butt removal, etc. Maintain interior plants to include watering, pruning, fertilizing, relocation, rotating, cleaning, treatment for disease and insects.
10%
Assist with irrigation work, digging, grading, drain basin cleaning, concrete repair labor as needed
10%
Perform inspections on mobile equipment and vehicles. Change blades and tires as necessary on mowers, keep some records. Assist with preventative maintenance as required. Work special events (athletic, fraternity, public, etc.) to assist with litter control and related cleanup.
5%
Perform related work as assigned
Posting Date:
December 7, 2023
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
January 4, 2024
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
LSUA believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSUA is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSUA's Diversity Statement.
LSUA is also designated as a State As a State Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hrm@lsua.edu).
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hrm@lsua.edu
Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.
All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.
Job Posting Title:
Horticultural Attendant (Groundskeeping/Yard Work)
Position Type:
Classified
Department:
LSUA FA - FS - Grounds Supervision (James Mitchell (00005063))
Work Location:
LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:
Classified Technician and Skilled Trades
Job Description:
134400
HORTICULTURAL ATTENDANT (Groundskeeping/Yard Work)
WS209 $33,405.00-$60,112.00
NOTE:
Effective July 1st, 2023, the minimum hourly pay has increased for Horticultural Attendant.
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To propagate plants, record data, arrange plant displays, prepare and apply pesticides, prepare classroom materials, and supervise student assistants. To perform work of a skilled nature to maintain grounds around state buildings and institutions.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Experienced.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Direct from Horticultural Attendant Foreman, Horticulturist, or other higher level supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
May exercise functional supervision over student workers, laborers, inmates, and patients.
LOCATION OF WORK:
May be used by all state agencies.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Horticultural Attendant Leader by absence of regular lead worker responsibilities.
Differs from Tree Specialist by absence of responsibility for trimming trees at considerable heights.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Performs diversified and skilled work in care of plants, vegetation, trees, and grounds of an agency.
Prunes and trims trees and shrubs as needed or on a seasonal basis.
Performs any related duties necessary for the growth and appearance of trees, plants, and vegetation.
Propagates, cultivates, fertilizes, disbuds, and schedules foliage, vegetable, horticultural, florist, and woody ornamental crops.
Monitors and adjusts environmental control system for plant structures.
Monitors pest activity; schedules, prepares, and applies pesticides, and calibrates pesticide applicators.
Records data on crop development, yields, and environment.
Gives direction to student workers; checks quality and quantity of student work.
Schedules, selects, prepares, delivers, and arranges plant material for university functions.
Prepares materials and aids in supervision of student laboratory exercises.
Maintains inventory of supplies and tools, including preparing material orders.
Operates and maintains, through minor repairs, common horticultural machines and irrigation systems.
Assists Horticulturist in greenhouse and small nursery management.
Grows and maintains houseplants for use in state offices.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of experience in any of the following: farming, the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs, or groundskeeping.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
College training will substitute for the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for one year of experience provided that six semester hours of each thirty is in any of the following fields: botany, agriculture, horticulture, floriculture, agronomy, forestry, turf management, landscape management or landscape architecture.
Vocational training in the care and maintenance of trees and shrubs will substitute for the required experience on a month for month basis.
NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Overview of Position and its Purpose (Groundskeeping/Yard Work)
Perform labor to maintain ground. Ability to operate hand and power equipment. Some plant ID knowledge, chemical application. Pruning, equipment maintenance, raking, litter pickup. Working in adverse weather, overtime work, and weekend work. Equipment may include: riding and push mower, string trimmer, blower, back pack blower and sprayer, tractor, ZTR, hedger, edger, chain saw. Storm debris cleanup, drain cleaning, laying sod, weed removal, mulching, digging, grading. cleaning signs and other items, painting, pressure washing, and planting
Job Description
50%
Operation of power riding mower (25HP or less), trimmer, edger, blower, hedger, etc. to maintain grounds, sidewalks, plazas, building entrances, canals, building perimeters, tree perimeters, road sides, etc. in a neat, clean, and safe condition. Support arboriculture service with labor to chip limbs, haul debris, perform light chain saw work, pruning, chemical spraying, etc.
25%
Apply chemicals to control weeds, control pests, fertilize and amend soils, apply mulch to beds and under tree canopies, perform weed removal, assist with ornamental and flower planting, litter removal, Jitter container servicing for cleanliness, cigarette butt removal, etc. Maintain interior plants to include watering, pruning, fertilizing, relocation, rotating, cleaning, treatment for disease and insects.
10%
Assist with irrigation work, digging, grading, drain basin cleaning, concrete repair labor as needed
10%
Perform inspections on mobile equipment and vehicles. Change blades and tires as necessary on mowers, keep some records. Assist with preventative maintenance as required. Work special events (athletic, fraternity, public, etc.) to assist with litter control and related cleanup.
5%
Perform related work as assigned
Posting Date:
December 7, 2023
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
January 4, 2024
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
LSUA believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSUA is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSUA's Diversity Statement.
LSUA is also designated as a State As a State Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hrm@lsua.edu).
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hrm@lsua.edu
