GROUNDSKEEPER II

About the Role

To perform a variety of specialized landscaping functions to maintain and improve university campus grounds. To use horticultural expertise to ensure the care and health of a wide variety of trees, shrubbery and other planted materials. To assist other team members with special projects and may serve as shift lead in absence of supervision.

Responsibilities

• Uses horticultural expertise to inspect and care for a wide variety of trees, shrubbery and plants.
• Trims and prunes plants according to schedule and seasonal requirements.
• Inspects plants, trees and shrubbery for signs of illness or disease.
• Works closely with grounds specialists to care for damaged materials.
• Determines the appropriate amount and timing to apply fertilizers, soil conditioners, herbicides and pesticides.
• Performs all duties of Groundskeeper I, including mowing, weeding, watering grass and groundcover.
• Ensures grounds and hardscape areas are clean and free of trash and debris and empties trash receptacles.
• Assists other team members with special projects.
• Actively participates in ongoing department training and pursues specialized training and certifications to advance expertise.
• Uses assigned communication device to read and respond to texts and emails.
• May serve as shift lead in absence of supervision.
• Consistently projects a professional and positive demeanor.
• Communicates professionally with team members and answers inquiries from visitors and the university community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend written and oral instructions.
• Ability to operate riding or power mower and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem‑solving ability.
• Attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One (1) year of related experience required.
• Driving record must meet University underwriting guidelines: valid U.S. driver’s license, at least 21 years of age, at least three years of driving experience, and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, moving and carrying a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and extensive walking over significant distances between and within campus buildings.
• Working in rain and unfavorable weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.).
• Working in confined spaces and within extreme temperature ranges.

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $15.00 – $19.00 (commensurate with experience & qualifications).

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (subject to change to meet the needs of the University).