Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday; 8am-5pm
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 10/28/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 11/17/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Griffin Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Horticulture Technician I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
This incumbent will support the research and outreach activities of the Research and Education Garden on the UGA Griffin Campus. It will be assigned to the Field Research Services unit and work under the supervisor of the Research and Education Horticulturist. It will have assigned duties and responsibilities in landscape management of the grounds surrounding the Garden Education Building, maintenance of the Demonstration Gardens, routine upkeep around research plots, operational management of the greenhouse and shade house facilities and the plant material maintained therein, and general upkeep of the 60-acre Research and Education facility.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Knowledge of landscaping techniques, plants and trees (usage, cultivation and habitat); operation of all types of mowers, skid steer, Dingo, tractors and small landscape equipment (weed-eaters, chain saw, backpack blowers).

Georgia Commercial Pesticide license; Georgia Certified Landscape Professional (GCLP)
Physical Demands
Working outside under adverse weather conditions (heat and cold); heavy lifting; walking and climbing; proper use and operation of landscape equipment. Driving as needed to perform job duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
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Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• General routine maintenance of facilities which includes blowing off walkways and areas around buildings.
• Picking up sticks and trash before mowing grass.
• Scouting for pests on a daily basis and anything out of the ordinary.

Percentage of time 35 Duties/Responsibilities

• Greenhouse plant propagation and production which includes take cuttings of plants and propagate utilizing the rooting method.
• Plant seeds of annuals and perennials for use within the garden area.
• Maintenance of the greenhouse and keep it in good working order and condition.

Percentage of time 35 Duties/Responsibilities

• Landscape installation and maintenance which includes to replace, install, and maintain the various themed gardens throughout the Research and Education Garden.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• Application of pesticides, maintenance of equipment, irrigation installation and repair, interaction with researchers and/or technicians, interaction with Research and Education Garden clientele and visitors which includes to keep and maintain updated records of pesticide applications and applicable signage in those areas of pesticide use.
• Keep up maintenance of various lawn equipment, tractors, dingo, golf carts, and other equipment.
• Irrigation needs vary within the Research and Education Garden and require constant monitoring and even, on some occasions, new installation and repairs.
• Cooperate in a professional manner with researchers and technicians as well as visitors and other clientele.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Ben Fields Recruitment Contact Email bwf1@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents