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University of Idaho lists this Landscape Technician opportunity in moscow, Idaho. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Landscape TechnicianPosition Title: Landscape TechnicianDivision/College: Facilities ManagementDepartment: Facility ManagementLocation: MoscowPosition Overview: The position performs green space and hardscape maintenance to ensure a high quality of landscape care within an assigned area of the campus landscape. This is an essential position that will be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure. Duties may include: water, irrigate and install sprinklers; prune, weed and monitor grass, plants, shrubs and trees; mow, edge, thatch and patch turf; keep landscape and hardscape areas clear of weeds, leaves, trash and other debris; maintain trees up to 20 feet tall; apply and maintain records related to chemical applications and fertilizers; maintain and repair landscaping tools and equipment; operate a variety of tools and equipment; other duties as assigned.Unit URL: Qualifications: Required Experience: Working in a team to accomplish goals; Following set procedures and routines. Required Education: None. Required Other: Possess a Commercial Pesticide Applicators Certification for the category of Ornamental/Landscape Herbicide Application or able to obtain one within six months of hire; possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles; ability to respond to emergency calls within one hour and serve on weekend call-out duty on a regular rotation. Additional Preferred: Associate's Degree in horticulture, urban forestry, landscape maintenance or a related field; one year of experience in commercial or institutional landscape care operations; certification to operate landscape equipment such as forklifts, tractors, aerial lifts or related equipment; expressed interest in learning and acquiring skills related to landscape maintenance.Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Must be able to: bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time; climb and work at various heights above ground using ladders, scaffolding, lifts and bucket trucks; carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds; stand and walk continuously throughout the workday; wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing duties; work in confined spaces using equipment and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); work in inclement weather conditions; work on uneven and slick surfaces.Degree Requirement: Listed degree qualification is required at time of application.Posting Information: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt. Employee Category: Classified. Pay Range: $17.50 per hour. Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year. FTE: 1. Full Time/Part Time: Full Time. Funding: A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Posting Date: 08/14/2026. Closing Date: Open Until Filled. Special Instructions to Applicants: The priority consideration date for applications is 8/28/26. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled. When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this position in the Employment Experience section of the application.Applicant Resources: Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.EEO Statement: The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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moscow, ID, 83843, US
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