Laborer / Horticultural Attendant – Campus Grounds

About the role

The Department of Physical Plant Services at Southeastern Louisiana University is seeking a Laborer/Horticultural Attendant to maintain turf and landscaped areas across the campus. Working under a horticulturist supervisor, you will perform routine grounds‑keeping tasks and support planting projects.

Key responsibilities

• Perform turf‑maintenance duties such as mowing, string trimming, edging, and blowing.
• Carry out landscape‑maintenance tasks including pruning, mulching, weed control, and applying chemicals.
• Assist with landscape installation and planting projects as needed.

Required profile

• At least one year of experience or training in farming, tree and shrub care, or groundskeeping, OR six semester hours in a plant‑science or landscape‑related field.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain certification through the Southeastern Defensive Driving Course.
• Complete education and work‑experience sections on the application; resumes are not accepted in lieu of this information.

Required skills

• Turf maintenance (mowing, edging, string trimming, blowing).
• Landscape maintenance (pruning, mulching, weed control, chemical application).