Grounds Laborer 1-U

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public research university is seeking dedicated Grounds Laborers to maintain its beautiful campus. This role involves performing essential grounds maintenance tasks, ensuring the university's outdoor areas are clean and inviting. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and a commitment to quality. Join a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and innovation, and contribute to the upkeep of a campus recognized for its ambitious design and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform grounds maintenance and general labor tasks.
• Valid driver's license required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform general grounds keeping functions like mowing and trimming.
• Maintain cleanliness of university grounds and perform general labor.

Skills

Grounds Maintenance

General Labor

Ability to Calculate Fractions and Decimals

Reading and Writing Common Vocabulary

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

Job Overview

Perform routine, grounds maintenance functions and/or general labor on all University of Cincinnati buildings and facilities.

Essential Functions

• Perform general grounds keeping and/or grounds maintenance worker functions (e.g., mow, trim trees and edge lawns; weed and water lawns and flower beds; trim shrubs and bushes; seed and sod lawns; assist with planting shrubs and plants, etc.).
• Keep university grounds clean (e.g., pick up papers and other debris; operate a variety of equipment to clean sidewalks, steps, patios, and parking lots when necessary).
• Perform general labor (outdoor/indoor) when grounds keeping work has been completed. Functions may include, but are not limited to, removal of snow and ice from building walkways and steps, raking leaves, setting up chairs, tables, stages, and platforms and performing general laborer duties such as sweeping, mopping and cleaning floors, cleaning windows and walls, loading and unloading trucks or vehicles, and repairing fences. Graffiti removal and power washing.
• May plant trees, shrubs, and other plants.
• May perform general routine maintenance and/or minor repairs of grounds equipment (e.g., clean, paint, oil, sharpen) utilized within assigned work area.
• Maintain workspace conditions as prescribed by area.
• Upon request, report to work during various inclement weather conditions and/or emergencies.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED

Required Trainings/Certifications

Valid driver's license with an acceptable record

Required Experience

Ability to calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages

Ability to read and write common vocabulary

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Sitting - Seldom
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
• Hearing, listening - Continuously
• Talking - Often
• Standing - Often
• Walking - Often
• Bending - Often
• Stooping - Often
• Climbing stairs/ladders - Often
• Kneeling, squatting - Often
• Crouching - Often
• Crawling - Seldom
• Reaching overhead - Often
• Pulling, pushing - Often
• Shoveling - Often
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
• Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Often
• Lifting - over 50 pounds - Often
• Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.
• Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
• Atmospheric Conditions: Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Shift:

Varies

Starting Pay Rate

$18.45 per hour

Post Probationary Rate:

$18.45 per hour

Application Deadline

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