Groundskeeper

Stmarytx; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's University in Texas is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the appearance of the university grounds and paved areas using a variety of hand and powered equipment.

The role involves mowing, edging, pruning, weeding, watering, and basic repairs. Candidates need a High School Diploma or GED, at least one year in grounds keeping, and the ability to read and follow safety instructions, with a valid driver's license; English proficiency essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred; one year in grounds keeping is required.
• Must clear a background check and hold a valid driver's license with insurance.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and safety labels; English proficiency required.
• Physically capable of handling outdoor work and climbing stairs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Mows turf areas using powered mowing equipment.
• Trims walks, curbs, and flowerbeds with edgers and line trimmers.
• Prunes shrubs and trees with hand and powered tools.
• Weeds and mulches shrub/flower beds and turf areas.
• Waters turf, trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds; maintain sprinkler systems.
• Performs policing of grounds and trash removal outside receptacles.
• Fertilizes turf and shrubs; assists with insect and disease control.
• Makes repairs to pavement areas and fencing as necessary.
• Lays sod, plants shrubs, trees, and flowers; digs ditches and grades ground.
• Operates and maintains grounds equipment; observes safety precautions.
• Maintains good relations with the public and campus staff; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Communication

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Mowing equipment

Edgers

Line trimmers

Ladders

Job description

Maintains the appearance of the University grounds and paved areas using a variety of hand and powered grounds equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mows turf areas using various powered mowing equipment.
• Trims walks, curbs and flowerbeds, using edgers and line trimmers.
• Prunes shrubs and trees with both hand and powered tools.
• Weeds and mulches shrub/flower beds and weeds turf areas.
• Waters turf, trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds using both manual methods and automated sprinkler systems.
• Performs the policing of the grounds and trash removal of outside trash receptacles.
• Fertilizes turf and shrubs. Assists with insect and disease control.
• Makes repairs to pavement areas and fencing as necessary.
• Digs ditches, does grading and sloping of ground areas.
• Performs operator maintenance on all grounds equipment.
• Lays sod, plants shrubs, trees, and flowers as required.
• Performs all duties in a safe and professional manner.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious relationships with the public and fellow employees each day to assure/sustain quality service and appropriate interactions with others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred;
• One year work experience required; Experience on grounds keeping preferred.
• Must clear and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license, motor vehicle liability insurance and personal injury insurance, and complete the University Van Driver Training within 90 days of employment date.
• Must be proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English; must have ability to read written instructions, warning labels, SDS Sheets in English, etc.
• Possess Mathematical ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in order to compute material costs as required for completion of the work order forms.
• Must possess legible handwriting, possess eyesight in both eyes corrected to 20/20 and normal hearing ability (may be corrected); must successfully pass a PIPIC test for color blindness.
• Must observe safety precautions when working in the presence of extreme noise, mechanical, electrical, and other hazardous situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and display good judgment when providing customer service.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Able to successfully handle frustrating conditions such as limits on time, limited access to equipment, and dealing with uncomfortable customers.
• Able to carry 50 pounds up and down stairs
• Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/ stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladder/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving
• Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, insects, dust, toxic chemicals and fumes, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; workaround gas lines; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; may work irregular hours

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

St. Mary's University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer.