Groundskeeper at Lawson State Community College

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The Groundskeeper reports to the Assistant Director of Facilities and responsibilities include the maintenance of the college’s landscaping and grounds, minor repair to grounds equipment and other grounds keeping tasks to maintain a safe and attractive environment.

Salary Schedule Placement: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule E5 06 based on experience ($28,836 - $46,327).

• Cut grass and edge; maintain and enhance outside buildings; use power mowers, tractors, and other power equipment.
• Weed flower beds, trees, shrubs, and hedges as needed.
• Prune shrubs, hedges, trees, and flowers removing all dead branches and debris.
• Keep grounds free from trash, litter and debris, and empty outside trash receptacles.
• Perform routine maintenance and up‑keep on all ground’s equipment and tools.
• Load, haul and spread fill dirt, mulch, and pine straw.
• Clean curb drains and grounds of leaves, grass clippings and other debris.
• Maintain parking lots, sidewalks, and roadways to included sign and post replacement.
• Pressure wash buildings, signs, sidewalks, and walkways around buildings.
• Assist with set‑up and facility preparation for special meetings or events, to include moving/arranging furniture and equipment.
• Assist and support skilled craftsmen as needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by the President, Vice Presidents, Director of Facilities, or Assistant Director of Facilities

• High school diploma or GED, or one year of documented experience in grounds keeping work may substitute for education.
• Valid Driver’s License (Must be insured by college’s insurance carrier)

• Ability to work with hardware tools and power equipment
• Detail‑oriented with an aptitude for problem‑solving
• Ability to work with machinery or heavy equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

None.

• Ability to work extended hours during peak times
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, reach, push, pull for prolonged periods
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Act and Hazardous Communications regarding worker safety and use of chemicals

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

This job description and specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the ONLINE application system ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) by the deadline date in order to be considered for the position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email. If you have any questions regarding the application, please contact the Office of Human Resources at  or human resources.

• An Online application

If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date.

Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered.

Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following:
Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer.

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