Seasonal Groundskeeper

Primary Responsibilities

• Mow the grounds using the assigned equipment.
• Assist with installation of seasonal displays including bulb planting and light installation.
• Operate the grounds equipment as assigned, including backhoe, chainsaw, chipper, and loaders.
• Perform other grounds tasks, including planting, pruning, sodding, snow removal, trash removal, and general cleaning of the property.
• Apply pesticides according to procedures under a certified applicator.
• Assist with group projects and collaborative efforts of the HNR division.

Job Details

Job Title:

Seasonal Groundskeeper

Department:
Grounds

Reports To:

Grounds Manager

FLSA Status:
Hourly

Pay Rate: $18/hour

High school diploma or specialized education and three to five years related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, and other employees.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Math skills sufficient to calibrate equipment and make errorless calculations on pesticide application rates.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to follow safety procedures when working with mechanical and chemical equipment.

• Proficiency in the use of hand and power tools, including pesticide application equipment.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems: includes basic plumbing and irrigation technical knowledge concerning such things as valves, pumps, fittings, repair techniques and specialized tools; understanding of proper irrigation application techniques for turf care.
• Ability to identify pests and diseases a plus; familiarity with methods of their control.
• Operational skills on wide range of grounds equipment, including backhoe, chainsaw, tractor loader, mowers, etc.
• General knowledge of mechanics sufficient to recognize the existence of mechanical problems and sufficient knowledge of preventative maintenance practices to avoid preventable damage to equipment.
• Ability to evaluate changing weather conditions and make appropriate decisions regarding snow and ice removal practices.
• Horticulture/groundskeeping skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Physical demands:
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.