Part Time - Maintenance and Operations - Groundskeeper

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

The Office of Physical Plant, Maintenance and Operations at Penn State Harrisburg invites applications for part-time groundskeepers.

Duties include mowing, weeding, mulching, planting, watering, pruning, and other related landscape functions.

Job Duties

• Mow and trim lawns, including athletic areas. Identify and report common lawn disease, weeds, and insects to supervisor.
• Plant, transplant, prune, weed, feed, cultivate, and remove trees, flowers, and shrubs.
• Operate mowers, spreaders, light construction / landscape equipment.
• Set up safety equipment and barriers around work zone.
• Perform vehicle and equipment checks, report issues or concerns to supervisor.
• Remove brush, leaves, grass clippings, paper, spoil, and rubbish from walks, roads, curbs, parking lots, lawns, and other University property.
• Identify common flowers, trees, and shrub insect pests and disease to supervisor.
• Report unusual job conditions to supervisor.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

Ability to work in an outdoor environment in adverse weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.

To be considered for this opening, please submit your completed application materials. This includes a web application, cover letter, and resume. .

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