Landscaping Specialist

Landscaping Specialist

Job Code

Title:

Building/Grounds Supervisor I

Posting Number: TMP
01069PO25

Location: Columbia

Division: Division of Administration and Finance

Department: DAF Facilities Landscaping

Salary: $15.00 / hr

Employment Type: Full Time

Hours per Week: 37.5

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Job Search Category: Trades/Maintenance

From the Upstate to the Low country, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of its eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four‑year universities in Aiken, Upstate, and Beaufort. In addition, its Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in‑person, online or blended learning.

All of our system institutions place a strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Under the supervision of the Landscape Supervisor, performs landscaping duties to include trash removal, litter and limb removal, planting, tilling, soil preparation, watering, pruning, pulling weeds, mulching, blowing, trimming, mowing, and pressure washing. Operates blowers, mowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, rakes, shovels, and other landscaping tools. Assists in storm clean up and hazardous weather preparations (applying ice melt to stairs, ramps, walkways, and overpasses).

Adheres to policies and procedures, applicable standards for the specific type of work, safety codes, and OSHA regulations. Attends required training. Provides quality customer service. Other duties as assigned.

• Trash removal, litter and limb removal, planting, tilling, soil preparation, watering, pruning, pulling weeds, mulching, blowing, trimming, mowing, and pressure washing.
• Operate blowers, mowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, rakes, shovels, and other landscaping tools.
• Assist in storm cleanup and hazardous weather preparations (applying ice melt to stairs, ramps, walkways, and overpasses).
• Adhere to policies and procedures, applicable standards, safety codes, OSHA regulations, and use applicable equipment and safety protection.
• Attend required training.
• Provide quality customer service.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma and 1 year related experience.

• Number of vacancies: 1
• Desired start date: 05/28/2025
• Proposed end date: 06/05/2025
• Job open date: 05/28/2025
• Open until filled:
  Yes
• Special instructions:
  This position is open until filled. The employment site is updated regularly. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary.

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery thereof or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

• Safety/Security Sensitive Or Requires a CDL:
  No
• Hazardous Weather Category:
  Non‑Essential