Campus Grounds MaintenanceResponsible for maintenance of campus grounds including trees, lawn, flower beds as well as hardscape features. Uses a variety of machinery such as lawn mowers, trimmers, edgers and hand tools to accomplish tasks.Essential Functions:Mows large lawn areas with zero-turn mowers and tractors.Edges with a small push type edger, trimming turf away from sidewalks and curb edges.Shears shrubs using gas powered hedge clippers.Performs hand weeding in flower beds.Cuts back brush, small saplings and small branches using hand held loppers.Uses a chain saw for the removal of large branches and small trees.Plants flowers, shrubs and trees and encourages growth through regular watering.Prunes, hedges, shrubs and trees; cuts flowers and mows lawns; ensures application of fertilizer, pesticides, plant treatments, and other methods to maintain healthy plants and lawns.Assist supervisor in applying fertilizer; aeration and topdressing of turf.Uses leaf blowers, turfvacs, power sweepers and other tools or hands to remove trash and debris from grounds.Operates power equipment such as, but not limited to, ride-on mowers, chippers, power sprayer, aerial-lift truck, flail mower, aerators, edger, hedge trimmers, chain saws, and tractor/loaders as necessary.Responds promptly to work order requests and completes necessary records.Performs minor equipment repair and maintenance as required; sharpens blades, chain saw chains & check and maintain proper lubrication & oil levels.Supports campus wide activities in the areas of setups, snow and ice removal including operation of snow removal equipment and any other duties as assigned.Work Schedule: 6:30 am - 2:30 pm. This position works 40 hours per week.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent GED.Experience of 2- 3 years in maintenance labor or trades is preferred, or a combination of education and experience providing a similar skillset.Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred; experience operating commercial vehicles or related equipment is desirable.Must be willing to receive additional training as required.Committed to following safety guidelines to protect self and others.Must be able to follow verbal and written directions and provide responses in writing.Ability to use computers to read and respond to emails and to use basic applications is also required.Must have and maintain a valid Virginia operator's license.As essential personnel, must respond to emergency events and weather conditions.Application InstructionsResumeNames and contact information for three professional referencesApplication review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.Physical Requirements:Fine Motor ManipulationGraspingRepetitive motionsWalkingStandingBalancingClimbingStoopingKneelingCrouchingCrawlingReachingPushingPullingLiftingWorking Conditions:Extreme coldVibrationHazardsOilsTypes of Work: Medium workPosition Type: Non-Exempt, Full Time, Benefit EligibleCompensation: The expected pay rate for this position is between $22.54 - $26.15 per hour.
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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.