Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 2

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition waiver

Training and development

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking a Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 2 to maintain the Pullman campus grounds. You will perform skilled duties with various hand and motorized tools, ensuring safe, clean, and attractive outdoor spaces.

The role requires at least one year of relevant experience, knowledge of horticultural practices, and the ability to obtain a pesticide applicator license within six months. A valid driver’s license and flexible scheduling are needed.

Qualifications

• One year of experience or training in grounds maintenance, gardening, plant care, cultivation and landscape installation.
• Knowledge of grounds maintenance procedures and techniques, plant material identification and cultural needs, and current horticultural practices.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.
• Must have or be able to obtain within six months of hire a current Public Pesticide Applicators license.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe, clean, and attractive grounds on the WSU Pullman Campus.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment and tools as required.
• Follow safety procedures and pesticide regulations as applicable.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Plant care

Lawn care

Tool operation

Flexible schedule

Tools

Pruners

Loppers

Shovels

Rakes

Hoes

Mowers

Blowers

Edgers

Chain saws

String trimmers

Sprayers

Job description

**The Opportunity:**As a **Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 2**, you work under general supervision to perform a variety of skilled duties to maintain safe, clean, and attractive grounds on the **WSU Pullman Campus**.**Additional Information:**This is a **full time** (**100%** FTE), **permanent** position. This position is **overtime** **eligible.** **Monthly Salary:** $3,327 to $4,406 Monthly (Steps A-M) | Range 36 | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. **Benefits:** WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation. **Required Qualifications:*** Ability to do required work, and one (1) year of experience or training involving grounds maintenance, gardening, plant care, cultivation and landscape installation.* Knowledge of grounds maintenance procedures and techniques, plant material identification and cultural needs, and current horticultural practices.* Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.* Must have or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire a current Public Pesticide Applicators license.* Ability to work a flexible schedule when necessary.* Ability to demonstrate and use a variety of hand and motorized tools such as; pruners, loppers, shovels, rakes, hoes, mowers, blowers, edgers, litter picker, chain saw, trimmers, string trimmers and sprayers. **Preferred Qualifications:*** More than one (1) year experience **Position Sponsorship Eligibility:** Not eligible for work visa sponsorship **Area/College:** Facilities Services **Department Name:** Facilities Services, Grounds **Location:** Pullman, WA 99164 **About Facilities Services (WSU Pullman):** Facilities Services’ primary mission is the stewardship, maintenance, and operations of the campus buildings, grounds, and utilities on the Pullman campus. We aspire to be the service provider of choice and the employer of choice. We believe in developing solutions of lasting value through robust dialogue and collaboration with our campus partners and industry. Our staff of skilled trades-people, custodians, architects, engineers, interior designers, and support staff strive to demonstrate our commitment to integrity and professionalism. **Working at WSU:** As one of the nation’s top public research institutions, Washington State University (WSU) conducts research that improves the lives of people in Washington, the United States, and across the globe. When you make the choice to join WSU, you are joining a community committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. You will join a team of faculty and staff dedicated to bringing the world the next generation of innovators, leaders, health care providers, and citizens. The university offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees including health care and dental care options, retirement plans, long-term disability insurance, paid time off, professional development and a host of work/life quality programs. In addition, eligible employees may apply for a tuition waiver for many academic classes offered on campus. For more information about the benefits and programs available to WSU employees, follow Employee Types and Benefits. **Application Instructions:** Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. 1) Resume **External candidates**, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application. **Current WSU Employees (internal candidates)**, before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application. Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible. Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process. **Background Check:** This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.**Time Type:**Full time**Position Term:**Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].