Horticultural Attendant Foreman

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Job Posting Title:

Horticultural Attendant Foreman

   

Position Type:

Classified

   

Department:

LSUAM FA - FPO - FS - Land - Turf - Maintenance - Shop/Irrigation (Mitchell Burton (00080725))

   

Work Location:

0100 Landscape Services Building

   

Pay Grade:

Classified Technician and Skilled Trades

   

Job Description:

This is a working supervisor who is responsible for all of the chemical application activities involving planting beds, turf, shrubs, trees, interior foliage plants, mulched areas, drainage canals, lakes, ponds, buildings, fences, parking lots, and sidewalks on the main campus at LSU Baton Rouge and  other off site LSU locations. Other areas of responsibility will include chemical applications in the greenhouse or can-yard. This position requires knowledge of pesticides primarily herbicides and insecticides as well as the plant materials receiving the application. This position requires the ability to perform, supervise, and schedule activities necessary to treat weed and insect infestations as well as manage these potential problems using 1PM principles.  A Louisiana State pesticide applicator license is required for this position; the applicator must have a sound understanding of SOS ' s, product labels, and  safety practices as put forth by the state of La. pesticide license. This position requires organization skills including good record keeping, self-initiative to determine chemical needs, and self-motivation to complete tasks with a minimum of supervision. This position requires the ability to operate and calibrate spray equipment attached to tractors, ATV ' s, or golf carts.

Job Responsibilities

Supervise assigned personnel and/or personally perform the application of herbicides or insecticides to turf areas including manicured lawns in the Quad and Parade Ground, mulched areas under trees, flowerbeds, ground covers, shrub beds, small and large trees, campus drainage canals, campus lakes or ponds, building perimeters, fences, parking lots, and sidewalks. -65%

Perform other duties as assigned when chemical application is not possible such as interior plant maintenance, hand weeding, equipment preventive maintenance to keep calibrations and assure proper function, greenhouse or can yard activities, flowerbed maintenance, bed mulching, etc.-20%

Maintain proper records to indicate when and where chemicals are applied, what kind and what amount of chemical, results of application. Order supplies as needed and funded. Maintain proper licensing. -10%

Keep inventory of Chem. Shed and maintain orderliness to assure safe and clean working environment when storing and mixing chemicals. -5%

Minimum Qualifications:

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

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

Minimum Licenses/Certifications:

Valid Class E License
 

Special or Physical Qualifications:

• Due to the nature of this position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67. 
• This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
• 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.
• In accordance with PS-18 this position maybe required to report or stay on campus in the event of emergency or closure. 
• Ability to work in all weather conditions. Overtime and Weekend Work. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Climb ladders. Ability to stoop, kneel, and bend for extended periods. 
• This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.

Louisiana State Civil Service Job

https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=105990
 

   

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Please provide 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 Mitchell Burton mburton@lsu.edu

   

Skills Needed:

   

Preferred Skills:

   

   

Posting Date:

August 10, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 17, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU 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!

 

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

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