Sr. Groundskeeper

LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES:

Communication: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.

Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.

****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED****

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Maintain the landscape to provide an aesthetically pleasing outdoor space emphasizing safety and sustainability and providing a positive learning environment. This position works under the general supervision of the Grounds Manager and does not supervise other employees.

Note: This is a security-sensitive position. Applicants being seriously considered for employment will be required to complete a background check.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

**Knowledge of:**1. Grounds and horticultural practices including turf care, pruning, seasonal planting, soil health, and weed/pest control; 2. Commercial landscape equipment operation and maintenance (mowers, blowers, trimmers, tractors, lifts, skid steers, etc.); 3. Irrigation system basics including troubleshooting, minor repairs, and water-conservation practices; 4. Workplace safety rules and procedures, including PPE, chemical handling, traffic control, and equipment safety; 5. Basic preventive maintenance for small engines and grounds vehicles; Skills in: 6. Large-scale mowing, trimming, edging, and debris removal with commercial equipment;7. Tree and shrub care, including safe pruning and cleanup; 8. Irrigation diagnostics and minor repair; 9. Landscape bed design, installation, mulching, and seasonal upkeep; 10. Planning and organizing work independently with minimal supervision; Ability to: 11. Perform sustained physical labor (lift 50+ lbs., bend, kneel, climb, and work in awkward positions); 12. Work safely in outdoor extremes while maintaining situational awareness; 13. Recognize and respond to hazards and follow safety procedures without exception; 14. Communicate clearly and respectfully with supervisors, co-workers, and campus community members; 15. Adapt to changing weather, schedules, and campus priorities without loss of quality or safety; 16. Learn and apply new methods, equipment, or compliance requirements as directed by management or policy; 17. Report to work reliably and on time to ensure consistent coverage of campus grounds operations; 18. Provide caring, high-quality service by creating welcoming experiences, communicating clearly and proactively, addressing needs with professionalism and empathy, and ensuring individuals are thoughtfully connected to appropriate resources.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exertive-Significant exertion on a daily basis. Awkward positions and sustained activities require strength. Frequent moderate lifting is required. Continual Exposure for Recurring Risk-At least half of each week requires exposure to sensory extremes. Several times weekly there may be exposure to chance of injury or loss of life, requiring additional safety precautions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Special Requirement: Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. Must be insurable and maintain insurability under the College's automobile insurance policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: Some work experience in landscaping or related field