Landscape Maintenance Technician

2 weeks ago


Carson City, Nevada, United States California State University-Dominguez Hills Full time

Position Title: Horticultural Services Specialist

Department: Grounds Maintenance

Division: Administration and Finance

Classification Title: Horticultural Services Specialist

Salary Range: $3,721 - $6,071 per month

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $3,900- $4,091 per month.

The final salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

About the Department/Position:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Facilities Services, the Horticultural Services Specialist will primarily execute a diverse range of gardening tasks across the campus. Responsibilities include inspecting and maintaining tools and equipment, preparing and sustaining turf areas, performing horticultural spray applications, and engaging in plant propagation and nursery work, while ensuring that all areas are kept free of litter and debris. Additionally, the specialist will carry out general gardening duties and maintain grounds as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the upkeep of turf, which encompasses various cultural practices such as mowing, verticutting, scalping, field lining, aerification, topdressing, and pesticide applications including pre-emergent treatments and overseeding.
  • Install, repair, and maintain irrigation systems, including pipes, sprinklers, heads, clocks, and drainage systems.
  • Apply chemicals for pest control, weed management, and mulching of fields, open areas, and planter beds, as well as fertilizing plant materials such as shrubs, flowers, and turf.
  • Install landscaping features including bender board, rocks, trees, shrubs, flowers, seed, and sod.
  • Prepare soil for planting shrubs, flowers, and turf, and water shrubs, hedges, trees, turf, and flowers as needed.
  • May be required to operate automotive equipment in the performance of assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Two years of experience in grounds maintenance and landscaping installation, with at least one year focused on the maintenance, repair, and modification of irrigation systems. Experience in mixing, loading, and applying chemicals and fertilizers is also required.
  • One year of experience in equipment maintenance and operation.
  • Possession of the appropriate California Department of Pesticide Regulation license for pest control work within one year from the date of hire.
  • A valid California driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of methods, plants, tools, and equipment utilized in landscaping maintenance and installation, as well as sports field upkeep. General knowledge of soil composition, plant identification, disease and pest diagnosis, and the ability to identify and rectify plant nutrient deficiencies, along with irrigation maintenance and repair experience.
  • Ability to identify, diagnose, and treat plant diseases, and correct nutrient deficiencies; prepare freehand sketches and make recommendations for potential landscaping improvements within the assigned areas.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

General Information:

  • Successful completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current employees who apply for the position.
  • Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program.
  • Employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
  • The organization offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. The goal is to compensate employees equitably and fairly.


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