Grounds Maintenance Specialist - Flexible Schedule

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is seeking a Grounds Worker to maintain college grounds and ensure a professional appearance. The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor at the George County Center in Lucedale, MS, with responsibilities across campus sites as needed.

You will perform weed removal, trimming, mulching, chemical treatments following safety guidelines, manage supplies and equipment, and assist with other campuses.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or High School Equivalency.
• Competency in using lawn maintenance equipment (mowers, weed eaters, trimmers).
• Able to lift, stand/walk, twist, push, and pull for 67-100% of the time.
• Able to routinely lift loads of 20-50 lbs.
• Active and valid Driver’s license, in good standing.
• Ability to work overhead, with/without ladders, outdoors for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Daily upkeep of grounds including weed removal, trimming of trees, hedges, bushes, mulching and trash/debris removal/disposal.
• Application of chemical treatment to grounds following safety guidelines.
• Maintain adequate inventory of lawn supplies, and ensure regular maintenance of grounds equipment.
• Report any safety related issues, unusual or extraordinary circumstances involving the college grounds or Students.
• Maintain Employee uniform and present a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Provide a courteous and timely response to request for assistance.
• Adhere to all College policies and procedures.
• Assist with grounds maintenance at other campuses/locations of College as needed.
• Flexible work schedule and location may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lawn maintenance equipment operation

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is seeking a Grounds Worker to maintain college grounds and ensure a professional appearance. The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor at the George County Center in Lucedale, MS, with responsibilities across campus sites as needed.

You will perform weed removal, trimming, mulching, chemical treatments following safety guidelines, manage supplies and equipment, and assist with other campuses.