Landscape Turf Specialist

Landscape Turf Specialist

Clemson University is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

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Job Summary :

Operates turf-grass maintenance related equipment including mowers, sprayers, loaders, tractors and tractor implements commonly used to care for turf-grass requiring advanced levels of skill and technical knowledge. Provides turf care and identifies plant disease. Provides training and mentorship to less experienced employees. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Duties :

40% - Essential - Equipment Operation & Management : Operates tractors with various implements for turf care : York rake, pulverizer, de-thatcher, fertilizer spreader, aerator and topdresser. Operates various mowers throughout designated areas of campus. Performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment. Performs seasonal projects such as removal of snow and ice with tractor, brooms and snowplows when present. Assists with seasonal area leaf removal and mulching.

35% - Essential - Turf Care : Mix and apply unrestricted herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, growth regulators and fertilizers to turf areas under the guidance of the turf manager. Identifies weed and disease problems in turf-grassed areas and reports to manager. Prepares soil and plant tissue samples for lab analysis.

15% - Essential - Training and Mentorship : Leads, guides, and / or trains less experienced landscapers in applicable procedures and techniques. Completes the required training and testing to maintain applicable licensing. Trains employees in safe, efficient use of landscape and heavy equipment. Conducts safety training. Monitors crew in the field for safe work practices.

10% - Essential - Safety : Follows established safety procedures including proper equipment calibration, PPE requirements, and equipment maintenance. Cleans equipment and vehicles. Notify supervisor of needed repairs to vehicles and equipment.

Minimum Requirements :

Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent and groundskeeping experience directly related to the area of employment.

Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal