Position Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Campus Planning and Facilities or their designated supervisor, this employee performs grounds maintenance, including snow removal. Will be required to work outside in all types of weather.
The employee has a period of 24 months to achieve adequate levels of competency on all requirements, including obtaining and maintaining MDARD Pesticide Applicators Certification.
Essential Job Functions
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
- Assisting with set-ups for on-campus events including monitoring the electronic facilities reservation system for information on initial set-ups or any changes based on client needs and returning the space back to the original set-up as required
- Monitoring of the electronic work order system and the ability to enter information on assigned work orders as necessary for departmental tracking
- Minimal daily interaction with the electronic mail system, responding as necessary, and maintaining their personal calendar
- Completing all assigned web-based or in-person training courses assigned by Human Resources and / or supervisors
- Attending all mandatory college and departmental meetings and continuing education training. Shift adjustments may be made to accommodate training schedules. Exceptions may be granted by the Director of Campus Planning and Facilities
Specific position responsibilities :
Provides training for all facilities department employees on grounds / snow equipment and procedures for inclement weather safety, prevention and removal (snow / ice removal)Assists with student assistant oversight (training, assigning daily activities, etc.)Provides preventative maintenance on all college fleet vehicles and equipment including, but not limited to : oil changes, tire rotation, checking and maintaining fluid levels, maintaining both a clean interior and exterior, etc.Performs emergency repair of all fleet vehicles and college equipment as needed (both campuses)Performs necessary switch-out for winter / spring and fall / winter apparatuses on all college vehicles and equipmentPerforms and leads snow removal efforts including, but not limited to : plowing, salting, and brining of all drives, lots, and walks; snow pile removal as necessary; shoveling, salting, or brining of all building entries, ramps, stairs, etc.; preventative and / or emergency repair, light fabrication of snow equipment; scheduling delivery and maintaining appropriate levels of saltPerforms duties associated with turf maintenance including, but not limited to, seeding / patching / soil replacement; mowing, trimming; fall leaf pickup; maintenance of walking trails; fertilization and weed control including the application of herbicides and pesticides as necessaryPerforms site maintenance including, but not limited to : curb and sidewalk inspections, edging and patching; yard drain maintenance; irrigation system maintenance including scheduling of seasonal starting and closing; pond care including trimming, weeding, and treatmentPerforms landscaping maintenance including, but not limited to, trimming of all trees, shrubs, plants, etc.; planting, removal, pruning, and watering as needed; application or removal of mulch; application of fertilization, herbicides, or pesticides; maintenance of potted plantsPerforms general site maintenance including, but not limited to, flag and flagpole maintenance; assist with exterior trash collection and removal; parking lot and road maintenance including asphalt patching and stall striping; maintaining wayfinding and parking signage; assist with building entry cleanup (cobwebs, dirt, debris, etc.); coordination with vendors for supplies, fuel delivery, etc.Performs outdoor event set-ups and tear-downsOther duties as assigned within the classification of this positionRequirements
QUALIFICATIONS :
High school diploma or GEDPossession of a valid vehicle operator’s licenseMinimum of one year (preferred) of related groundskeeping experience or combination of education and experience commensurate with the requirements of this positionSupplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE :
Basic level of proficiency with the operation of a computerKnowledge / experience with small engine diagnosis and repair, diesel engine diagnosis and repair, basic automotive maintenance and repair, 12v electrical systems, hydraulic systemsKnowledge of turf and plant managementSKILLS :
General mechanical abilityWill be required to work outside in all types of weatherABILITIES :
Ability to follow orders either orally or writtenAbility to work well with othersAbility to operate heavy machinery such as snow removal equipment, lifts, a forklift, etc. (preferred, however, will train as necessary)Good physical condition to perform duties and tasks that require stooping, bending, lifting (up to 65 lbs.), and climbing laddersPhysical Demands and Work Environment :
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others in person and on the telephone, and receive written and oral instruction. The employee is frequently required to operate hand tools and power equipment, cleansing chemicals, and address unclean surfaces and fixtures. The employee is frequently walking, bending, stooping, and moving objects of 10 lbs. The employee is occasionally required to access elevated and lower-level areas and lift objects of light to heavy weight.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate, and can be loud during certain assignments.
