Groundskeeper Landscape ; Berks

Penn State is searching for a full time Groundskeeper Landscape A (Berks) - Grade 7

Duties include:

• Mow, trim, fertilize, aerate, roll, seed, reseed, irrigate, topdress, dethatch lawns including athletic areas
• Identify and treat common lawn diseases, weeds, and insect pests
• Identify and treat common insect pests and diseases of flowers, trees and shrubs
• Apply spray material and fertilizers to trees and shrubs
• Prepare and mix chemicals per label instructions
• Care for indoor plants as directed
• Control pests using various acceptable methods
• Layout and line athletic areas, and erect equipment as required
• Remove brush, leaves, grass clippings, paper, spoil, cinders, and rubbish from walks, roads, curbs, parking lots, lawns, and other college property
• Operate trucks, tractors, front end loader, back hoe, power mowers, sprayers, spreaders, york rake, chain saw, lawn mowers, chipper, stump grinder, specialty grounds equipment, and other landscape and light construction equipment
• Establish sub grades and finish grades, for lawns, athletic areas, etc.
• Erect or move various types of fence, posts, traffic and directory signs, dig holes, trenches, ditches, foundations, for construction and repair as directed
• Remove snow and ice as scheduled, spread anti-skid and chemical ice and snow remover on walks, steps, and roads
• Operate large and small snow plows and blowers
• Vacuum and sweep walks and drives
• Clean catch basins and road drains
• Plant, transplant, prune, weed, feed, cultivate, remove, trees, flowers, and shrubs
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to chain saw, trimmers, and other small equipment in the field
• Perform daily checks on assigned vehicles and equipment
• Pump gasoline
• Set up safety equipment and barriers around work zone
• Spot clean areas of buildings
• Assist maintenance mechanics as required
• Replace interior and exterior burned out light bulbs
• Move furniture and equipment
• Set up for events
• Take down and clean up after events

Requires the use of commercial English, grammar and arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including decimals and fractions; simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, together with the use of adjustable measuring instruments, graduates and the like requiring interpretation in their various applications; or the posting, preparation, interpretation, use and checking of reports, forms, records and comparable data.

A Pennsylvania Pesticide Applicator's License Category 6 and 7 required. 3 to 6 months of effective experience.

Work Schedule:

7:00 a.m.

-3:30 p.m. Days Off:
Saturday, Sunday

3 to 6 months of effective experience

Pennsylvania Pesticide Applicator Certification with Categories 6 and 7 - Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here:
Collective Bargaining Agreement.

For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
• For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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