Groundskeeper/Landscaper

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain the campus in a neat and orderly manner by collecting trash on the grounds and in parking lots, emptying trash containers; removing leaves and debris from all steps and sidewalks.
• Mow grassy areas. Trim and edge as needed and remove grass clippings from streets and sidewalks.
• Establish and maintain flowerbeds, shrubbery and trees; including soil preparation, planting, fertilizing, thinning, mulching, feeding, watering, pruning, raking leaves and weeding as needed.
• Tree planting and removal as needed.
• Maintenance of snow removal equipment, including attaching plow blades, salt spreaders, hoppers, and etc. on appropriate Grounds vehicles.
• Operate snow removal equipment to keep campus roadways, walkways, common areas and steps clear of ice and snow.
• Clean and repair snow removal equipment and vehicles as needed.
• Aid in the set up and break down of room arrangements for all college-sponsored events and other special events as requested, including flooring, staging, furniture, seating, decorations, etc.
• Assemble/relocate furniture and equipment as required for both main campus and satellite facilities.
• Unload freight in support of various college departments, including the Print Shop, Bookstore and Central Services.
• Maintain all grounds equipment by performing routine maintenance and minor repairs to ensure that all equipment is operating safely and efficiently.
• Operate forklifts, front-end loaders, tractors, bucket truck and other grounds equipment as necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Maintain all fire hydrants, manholes, storm drains and storm-water management ponds; ensure safe and efficient operation in accordance will all applicable governmental codes.
• Maintain inventory of appropriate campus signs. Install, repair and/or remove signage as requested.
• Install, operate and maintain campus underground sprinkler system. Ensure that the system is drained and winterized.
• Assist in transporting hazardous waste from departmental storage areas to central storage.
• Assist in the monthly disposal of biohazard waste by accompanying the vendor and ensuring adherence with college policies and procedures.
• Follow established safety policies and procedure, including the use of all personal protective equipment necessary to perform duties safely.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of six months of experience or demonstrated basic knowledge in the operation and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely and reliably with minimum of supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work under the following conditions and meet the following physical requirements: Ability to push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. throughout an 8 hour shift. Ability to work outdoors in varied weather condition, such as heat, cold, rain, snow and slippery conditions. Ability to work on uneven surfaces. Ability to utilize lifts, ladders and/or scaffolding to work at elevated heights.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and good driving record as determined by college policy.