Groundskeeper I

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operating of equipment such as: Lawn mowers, spreaders, aerators, bobcat, tractors, etc.
• Mow grass and edge sidewalks and around trees and shrubs.
• Keep sidewalks and parking lot free of debris and empty the parking lot trash cans.
• Plant and trim trees, bushes and flowers.
• Fertilize grass, trees and shrubs.
• Shred grass and weeds in fields.
• Remove dead trees, shrubs and flowers.
• Clean beds and rock gardens of debris and weeds.
• Assist with irrigation monitoring, inspection, installation, and repairs as needed.
• Repair, replace and remove automatic and manual valves, sprinkler heads, PVC pipe, drip systems, vacuum breakers, and sprinkler head components.
• Repair and replace equipment, oil filters, blades, air filters and miscellaneous parts on lawn equipment and tractors.
• Remove snow and apply ice melt.
• Read landscaping and irrigation blueprints.
• Replace road signs.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires frequent to continuous standing, kneeling, climbing, and moving in the shop and the campus.
• Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
• Exposure to chemicals used in the control of pests and weed control.
• Loud noises from equipment operation.
• Occasional pushing and pulling of up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Schedule Details

• Must be available to work 40 hrs. per week with normal work hours from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
• Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in maintenance and repair of Rainbird, or similar, sprinkler systems.
• Knowledge on mowing/ landscaping using industrial equipment.
• Candidate must be able to pass a hands-on assessment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma and two years’ experience in grounds maintenance or landscape construction is preferred.