Groundskeeper

This job is a
full time, benefited, FLSA non‑exempt
position in the Technology & Operations that reports to the Grounds Manager.

Salary
:
Targeted salary is commensurate with education and experience not to exceed the budgeted amount of $41,080.00 per year.

Scheduled

Hours:

Day Position: Monday
- Friday (Occasional Saturdays)

Hours: 5:30AM- 2:30PM

Minimum Qualifications: ( Job Code 30520)

Any combination of training and experience, which would have enabled the applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the minimum qualifications, Associate Degree or Diploma in Horticulture. Ability to follow both written and oral instruction quickly and accurately. 1-2 years’ experience in a production landscape maintenance/installation environment. Experience with troubleshooting, repairing, and installing irrigation systems. Experience with troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining landscape maintenance equipment. Ability to use word processing, email, spreadsheets and internet resources to enhance communication, recordkeeping and research.

1-2 years’ experience in a progressively responsible role in a production landscape maintenance/installation environment.

Under general supervision, maintains the campus grounds in an attractive and orderly condition by mowing the turf around campus, removing leaves and debris, planting seasonal color and performing other related tasks. Adjusts and services grounds equipment as required. May supervise work‑study students and unskilled landscape labor. May require response to campus outside normal working hours, which include responding to emergencies.
If offered a position, employees in this department must complete the Hazardous Materials Training as well as the Bloodborne & Airborne Pathogen training annually and complete Pre‑employment Drug Screen.

• Demonstrates eagerness to learn and assume responsibility; seeks out and accepts increased responsibility; displays a "can do" approach to work.
• Shows persistence and seeks alternatives when obstacles arise; seeks alternative solutions; does things before being asked or forced to by events.
• Works within the system in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals; shows flexibility in response to process change and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures.
• Accepts direction and feedback from supervisors and follows through appropriately.
• Works when scheduled; begins and ends work as expected; calls in according to policy when arriving late for work or when absent; observes provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately.

Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.

Percentage of Time:

Operates commercial, tilling and trimming equipment to cut grass, edge walks, flowerbeds, curbs, etc. in accordance with the schedule provided by supervisor.

• Works in accordance with the maintenance schedule as provided by the grounds supervisor in the area designated by the current schedule.
• Operates equipment responsibly and in manner intended while observing conditions.
• Observes safety rules while operating equipment (i.e., directions of discharge, transport and mowing speeds, yielding to motorized and pedestrian traffic). Wears protective equipment.
• Informs supervisor and mechanic of equipment problems.
• Cleans and disposes of all refuse in assigned areas.
• Disposes of debris and leaves according to established guidelines.
• Ensures storm drains and traps remain clear of debris.

65%

Operates heavy, mechanized equipment, such as trucks, tractors, and backhoes for trenching, landscaping, grading, digging, loading, etc.

• Operates equipment in accordance with strict safety guidelines.
• Ensures equipment is stored in appropriate and safe location.
• Reports any equipment problems to supervisor.

10%

Applies insecticides, pesticides and fertilizers for management programs as directed and by adhering to necessary safety precautions.

• Mixes and applies…