Grounds Keeper

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Providing the highest level of quality service in a responsive and efficient manner to the entire university community while creating and caring for a physical environment in which those who seek knowledge, enlightenment and well-being enjoy successful, productive, and fulfilled lives. Facilities Services Division provides quality customer service by maintaining a safe, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing environment in which students, faculty, and staff can function and accomplish their educational objectives and by supporting a patient care culture that continuously improves.

Facilities Services' responsibilities include Interior and Exterior Facilities Support, Construction, Space Management, and Environmental Services.

The Grounds Keeper maintains and beautifies grounds, maintains grounds equipment, set ups, and performs waste management.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Maintains Ground Covers, Shrubs, Trees, and Turf Grass

Prunes shrubs and trees; mows lawns with proper equipment. Collects and removes lawn cuttings and debris.

Line trims around signs, trees, valve boxes and edges along walks, curbs, and beds

Controls weeds manually and with the application of mulch and chemical herbicides to bed areas.

Applies fertilizer to shrubs and trees. Hand waters new plants and trees

Inspects lawns and shrub beds prior to mowing or pruning for obstacles such as debris, irrigation heads, rocks, limbs, valve boxes, etc

Maintains Grounds Equipment

Performs and records routine maintenance on equipment (Oil change, filter change, blade replacement,

lubricating trimmers, etc.)

Cleans equipment after each use

Notifies crew leader and supervisor of any performance/safety issues

Operates Vehicles and Equipment

Checks oil and fluid levels prior to starting up equipment

Cleans vehicles (interior and exterior)

Operate vehicles and tractors safely

Cleans and empties waste containers

Removes litter from campus grounds, parking lots and streets

Removes chewing gum from sidewalks and porches

Assists Coworkers With Event Setups

Completes work orders and assignments for special events.

Assists with setup and removal of tents

Assists with preparation of location for events.

Provides assistance in removing trash and cleaning up after events

Cleans and Organizes Grounds Warehouse

Sweeps floor and removes debris

Keeps tools and equipment in good condition and stored properly

Returns flammable product containers to fire proof storage cabinets

Safeguards and secures grounds equipment

Performs Related Work as Required

Wears uniform as outlined in policy and maintains good hygiene

Treats students, coworkers, supervisors, faculty, and visitors with respect

Assists coworkers with other assignments such as pressure washing, weed and pest control.

Transports equipment, picks up supplies, and hauls yard debris off campus when needed

Performs any other duties and assignments as instructed by the supervisor

High school diploma, GED or equivalent from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization or one year of experience in a similar position in a commercial, hospital, or industrial environment;
Valid driver's license required to operate golf carts and vehicles.

Three years of experience in grounds maintenance, or equivalent training and experience.

KNOWLEDGE:
Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the grounds trade. Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the grounds trade.

SKILLS:
Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment of the grounds trade. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

ABILITIES:
Must be able to lift/carry 75 lbs. Ability to maintain…