Landscape Technician II

at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas, United States

Job Description

• Requires six months of relevant experience. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

• Ability to write concise, meaningful reports.
• Perform mathematical computations necessary to make accurate estimates for supplies such as fertilizer, grass seed, flowers and chemicals.
• Knowledge and ability to use soil testing equipment. Ability to read and make recommendations from soil test results.
• Thorough knowledge of plant materials and accepted horticulture practices.
• Knowledge of methods, practices, techniques, and tools used in the planting and care of trees, shrubs, grasses, and plants.
• Knowledge of the hazards, proper use and effects insecticides and herbicides.
• Six months experience in equipment operation.
• High school graduate or equivalent. Training at post-secondary institution in nursery management, landscape horticulture, agronomy, horticulture, forestry, or plant pathology.
• Knowledge of all phases of horticultural practices preferred.
• Arborist training and experience in utilizing landscape plans and blueprint reading would be beneficial.

• Valid driver's license.
• 3A and 3B Commercial Pesticide Applicator's license within six months of employment.

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