The University of Texas at Austin · 1 month ago
Landscape Technician
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe University of Texas at Austin is internationally recognized for its academic programs and research. The Landscape Technician will perform semi-skilled grounds maintenance tasks to maintain the health and appearance of the campus landscape, ensuring a positive impact on the student experience.
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Responsibilities
Safely operates various pieces of landscaping equipment to include - riding mowers, tractors, loaders, sweepers, push mowers, string trimmers, cultivators, edgers, and other various tools necessary for proper landscape care
Installs, replaces, and maintains campus landscape to university standards - to include turf, shrubs, and construction of hardscape - and reports trouble conditions on university property that may pose safety hazards
Irrigates new and existing landscape - turf, trees, shrubs - to maintain the health of the plants, abides by water restrictions as directed, performs or reports minor repairs needed on irrigation systems, and may help install small irrigation systems
Picks up litter, empties trash receptacles, and keeps university properties neat and orderly
Performs minor preventive maintenance on equipment and power tools, maintains preventive maintenance schedules, reports maintenance repairs, cleans equipment, maintains proper fluid levels in all equipment used by Landscape Services, and assists with inventory of supplies and equipment
Cleans, maintains, operates a university vehicle, and maintains an acceptable driver's rating
Follows and readily accepts written and oral instructions, maintains work schedule set by the supervisor, completes routine paperwork, to include weekly electronic time reports on the computer and other UT-related electronic forms, and routinely works independently and as part of a team at various university locations
Wears appropriate personal protective equipment, PPE, for the task, follows safety rules, and promotes and exercises good safety habits
Other related functions to be assigned
Qualification
Required
High School graduation or GED
One year of experience in the maintenance, or operation of commercial-sized landscape equipment, including tractors and riding mowers
One year experience in landscape maintenance or construction
Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, office staff, and the university community
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
Demonstrated stable work history and work ethic
Punctual attendance and available for work
Ability to pull, push, and lift up to 50 lbs
Capable of working in all types of adverse conditions (weather, dust, noise, heights, fumes, etc.)
Class C driver's license is required
If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident
Preferred
Degree or trade-specific licensure or certification
More than one year of experience in landscape maintenance, construction, repair, or operation of commercial landscape equipment (to include riding mowers, tractors, loaders, and sweepers) in a commercial or institutional setting
More than two years' experience in landscape maintenance or construction
Benefits
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Republic Capital Group
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Leadership Team
Will Whiting
Chief Development Officer
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