Landscaping Coordinator

Augustana University invites applications for the position of full-time Landscaping Coordinator (General Maintenance) in Facility Services. This position operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings and weekends to assist with campus events and on-call needs.

The Landscaping Coordinator is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the beauty, safety, and overall appearance of the university’s grounds and college-owned property.

The duties, competencies, and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• Maintain all campus grounds during the growing season to ensure a healthy, aesthetically pleasing environment.
• Participate in the general maintenance of college-owned property, including athletic fields.
• Operate lawn and landscaping equipment including riding mowers, small tractors, forklifts, pickup trucks, hand mowers, weed trimmers, blowers, and related tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on grounds equipment, including blade sharpening, oil changes, and cleaning.
• Plant and maintain flowers and landscape beds in consultation with the Director of Facility Services, including seasonal installation and removal.
• Monitor and maintain the health of trees, shrubs, and hedges.
• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, and weed control treatments as directed.
• Support campus recycling and solid waste removal initiatives, including litter pickup and maintaining trash receptacles.
• Assist with delivery of recyclable materials to approved facilities.
• Inspect and verify completion of assigned work orders.
• During periods when outdoor work is limited, assist with general maintenance in campus buildings and residences, including basic HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and painting tasks.

Qualifications for this position

• High school diploma required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong desire to work outdoors and contribute to maintaining a beautiful campus environment....