Grounds and Nursery Specialist

Grounds Nursery Specialist 3

Salary: $38,004 - $50,328 annually

Classification:
Classified Staff

Department: Facilities Services
Reports to: Grounds Supervisor

• Prepare soil for planting; plant seed, sod, turf, bulbs, plants, trees, and shrubs.
• Seed, mow, irrigate, sweep, fertilize, top dress, edge, aerat,e and maintain lawns.
• Operate power and motorized equipment such as weed trimmers, chain saws, backpack blowers, rototillers, light tractors, front-end loaders, small trucks, lawn mowers, sweepers, aerators, sod cutters, and snow blowers. Use a variety of manual tools and equipment such as rakes, pruning shears, hand edgers, shovels, wheelbarrows, and pesticide sprayers.
• Transplant seedlings, trees, shrubs, and assorted nursery stock.
• Prune, spray, and fertilize trees, shrubs, and ground covers.
• Maintains adequate supplies and materials inventory.
• Diagnoses and treats plant diseases and pests.
• Operates and maintains assigned vehicle.
• Propagates plants by cutting, seeding, grafting, layering, and budding.
• Repair, maintain, and operate a variety of grounds mechanical equipment, systems, and apparatus.
• Rake and remove leaves; control weeds by pulling, hoeing, and/or spraying.
• Apply pesticides and herbicides to greenery and plant material, observing applicable safety regulations.
• Remove debris, leaves, brush, snow, and ice from areas such as walks, stairs, roads, ramps, and parking facilities. Apply ice melter, sand, and gravel.
• Clean, service, and maintain tools and equipment, including power equipment; perform preventive maintenance according to established procedures and regulations
• Install and maintain campus fences, signs, etc.
• Install, maintain, and repair irrigation and storm drainage systems.
• Collect and remove accumulated litter on campus, in parking areas, and along the campus perimeter.
• Formulates and presents recommendations for layout or improvements of grounds.
• Participate in formulating annual operating plans and take responsibility for executing plans, schedules, planning dates, and other work to coincide with seasons and plant life cycles.
• Supervise, direct, and lead employees.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of full-time equivalent (FTE) experience in a related field of grounds maintenance, gardening, plant care, or landscaping.
• Basic level computer competency.
• Valid WA State Driver's License
• Ability to lift 50lbs.

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

This is a full-time classified position scheduled to work XX hours a week, with a salary range of $38,004 - $50,328 annually. All classified positions will start their salary at Step

A. When you have completed six months of probation, you will receive a 5 percent pay increase. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA) Union. Classified positions qualify for the following benefits:

• Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Department of Retirement Systems Plan 2 or Plan 3
• Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan
• TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan
• Aflac
• 11 paid holidays, leave – vacation/sick/personal holiday/personal leave
• auto/home insurance
• space available tuition waiver
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• fitness center
• reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.

The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter – in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

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