Outdoor Services
Outdoor Services supports Colorado State University’s outdoor campus environment through grounds maintenance, landscape stewardship, heavy equipment operations, snow and ice response, irrigation, tree care, and campus support services.
Outdoor Service Areas
Grounds Services
Grounds Services maintains campus landscapes, irrigation systems, flowerbeds, sports turf, tree care, litter removal, and snow and ice response throughout CSU’s outdoor environment.
Heavy Equipment & General Services
Heavy Equipment & General Services supports campus operations through hauling, excavation, concrete work, event support, snow operations, material movement, and specialized equipment services.
Campus Stewardship & Sustainability
Outdoor Services supports CSU’s sustainability initiatives through water-conscious irrigation practices, pollinator-friendly landscapes, tree stewardship, integrated pest management, and responsible outdoor maintenance practices.
- Tree Campus Higher Education recognition
- Bee Campus USA affiliate
- Integrated Pest Management practices
- Raw water irrigation system support
- Seasonal flowerbeds and pollinator support
Professional Certifications & Affiliations
Outdoor Services staff maintain professional certifications, memberships, and affiliations that support sustainable landscape management, irrigation efficiency, arboriculture, sports turf management, and environmental stewardship.
Landscape & Irrigation
- Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado
- Irrigation Association
- EPA WaterSense Partner
Tree & Arboretum Stewardship
- International Society of Arboriculture
- ISA Certified Arborist
- Arboretum Level III Certification
- Tree Campus Higher Education
Environmental Stewardship
- Bee Campus USA
- American Public Gardens Association
- Integrated Pest Management practices
- Colorado Department of Agriculture certifications
Campus-Wide Outdoor Support
- Main Campus outdoor spaces
- Turf, shrub beds, flowerbeds, sidewalks, plazas, and parking areas
- Athletic fields and outdoor facilities
- Snow and ice response for streets, sidewalks, and parking lots
Outdoor Services supports the daily campus experience by maintaining outdoor spaces that are safe, attractive, accessible, and functional year-round.
Need Outdoor Services Assistance?
For hazardous outdoor conditions, snow and ice concerns, irrigation issues, landscaping concerns, or other outdoor service requests, contact Facilities Management Customer Service.