Position involved in performing all aspects of seasonal grounds operations such as trash pickup, mowing, trimming, edging, planting and snow and ice control. In addition, the incumbent will plant and maintain landscaped areas. The position is also responsible for providing maintenance of trees and other plants.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Regular and predictable attendance is essential. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performs all aspects of grounds maintenance including; mowing, trimming, edging, weed control and removal, seeding, fertilizing, grounds clean-up including leaf removal, and snow and ice control operations.
Maintains trees and other plants in a healthy condition and assists with the oversight of both in-house and contract maintenance of trees and other plants.
Installs and maintains landscaped areas and provides guidance and direction to other grounds personnel involved in landscaping operations.
Other roles/duties will be assigned as necessary to assist the College in the attainment of the goals set forth and the enhancement of a positive, respectful learning environment for all staff, faculty and students.Education required to ensure success in this position:
High School Diploma
Experience required to ensure success in this position:
Some prior landscape knowledge required
Special skills, knowledge and abilities:
Knowledge of grounds and landscaping trades and materials
Ability to apply weed and pest control using environmentally sensitive methods
Ability to follow direction of others in the maintenance of campus landscaping
Ability to safely operate all types of grounds and landscaping equipment
License, certification, or registration necessary:
Valid Driver’s License
Physical requirements:
Physical capability for manual labor
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to work in extreme conditions
Environmental conditions:
Working outside in weather extremes- sun and heat, rain, snow, cold temperatures;
Working around hazardous equipment- lifts, tractors, front loaders, chain saws, mowers, etc.;
Working in dangerous conditions- storms, trees, etc.;
Working in garage- loud, dusty, greasy conditions.
Ability to operate the following vehicles or equipment:
Cars, trucks, fork lift, front loader, tractor, mowers, trimmers, chain saw, aerial lift, power tools, hydraulic lift (garage)
