Arboriculture Technician

About This Role

This position is responsible for supporting the campus arborists in maintaining the health and appearance of campus trees and green spaces. Duties include operating heavy machinery such as loaders, backhoes, Bucket truck, Dingo, Stump Grinder, Tractors, Mowers, Ventrac, and other specialty equipment as well as performing a variety of landscape maintenance tasks, including planting, pruning, mulching, and general grounds upkeep as assigned.

About Us

The role of the Grounds Maintenance and Landscape Department is to provide a safe, functional and aesthetically-pleasing exterior environment for the students, faculty and staff of Kansas State University.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires six months of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.
• Valid Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to write concise, meaningful reports.
• 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 of insecticides and herbicides.
• Training at post-secondary institution in nursery management, landscape horticulture, agronomy, horticulture, forestry, or plant pathology and knowledge of all phases of horticultural practices preferred.
• Arborist training and experience in utilizing landscape plans and blueprint reading would be beneficial.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Online Application

Application Window

Applications close on: December 18, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

Hourly $ 15.00 - 19.82