Facilities and Business Operations :
Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community.
We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.
Please visit us at : https : / / fs.ucf.edu / or Facebook and Instagram : UCF Facilities
The Opportunity :
Join our dynamic landscaping team committed to maintaining the safety, functionality, cleanliness, efficiency, and attractiveness of the university.
As a Landscaper II, you will serve as a leader for Landscaper I, prioritizing work, ensuring proper plant / turf maintenance techniques, and contributing to landscape maintenance duties.
This role involves training and coordinating the workload for assigned employees, fostering a culture of quality maintenance.
Responsibilities :
Lead assigned team members in landscape maintenance, utilizing appropriate equipment, hand tools, and materials.
Report pest problems, damaged plant material, equipment needs, and repairs per the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plan.
Check and ensure designated landscape areas meet departmental standards, completing work within the scheduled time frame.
Oversee morning dispatch and afternoon return to the shop, ensuring teams are properly equipped and on task.
Prioritize and lead teamwork activities, acting as an Assistant Zone Manager for High-Performance Landscape Teams.
Maintain and clean campus grounds, including vegetation debris removal, raking, and trash removal.
Provide coaching, training, and quality checks on job assignments, standards, and customer service.
Schedule safety training for the team, ensuring employees work safely and receive necessary medical attention.
Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions; respond to emergencies and unforeseen situations.
Maintain and clean equipment, report equipment needs to the supervisor, and ensure unit processes are followed.
Perform special tasks such as hauling fill dirt / debris, landscape installations, tree work, etc.
Minimum Qualifications :
Completion of 9th grade and 2+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla.
Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information
Preferred Qualifications :
3+ years of landscape experience in a commercial or corporate environment.
Ability to maintain landscapes to departmental standards and use landscaping hand-held tools and equipment.
Basic plant identification, pruning techniques, and general IPM knowledge.
Leadership skills to lead and prioritize teams under the supervisor's direction.
Basic communication skills in English in order to : Work effectively with customers; Operate and demonstrate the functions of the electronic equipment;
Utilize telecommunication devices.
Proper maintenance of equipment : Cleaning, preserving finishes, checking fluid levels, and lubricating.
Basic computer skills, including email.
Ability to work in extreme environments and collaborate with individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences.
Health Assessment Required :
UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.
Special Instructions to the Applicants :
Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?
As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future.
No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country.
You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference.
Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers :
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
Flexible work environment
And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide .
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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
LI-ONSITE
Department
Landscape & Natural Resources (F&S)
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 7 : 00 AM to 3 : 30 PM
Type of Appointment
Regular
Expected Salary
$17.50
Job Posting End Date
11-08-2024-12-00-AM
Veteran's Preference :
Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes.
Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position.
For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http : / / hr.ucf.edu / files / VeteransPreference.pdf
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :
The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled / Vets. Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President's Statement.
The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9 : 00 a.
m. to 5 : 00 p.m., upon request.
As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
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