Groundskeeper 2

utoledo.edu; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toledo is seeking a Groundskeeper II to help keep campus safe, clean, attractive, and well-maintained. You will perform lawn care, planting bed maintenance, fertilization, mowing, edging, and apply insecticides as needed, plus snow removal and related tasks.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, at least 6 months of grounds maintenance experience, and a valid Ohio pesticide applicator license.

Qualifications

• Must have basic math to calculate area, volume, ratios, and application rates.
• Ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to plan, layout, and select appropriate tools and perform groundskeeping tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, plant beds, weed control, fertilization, mowing, trimming, and edging.
• Apply insecticides to lawns, shrubs, and trees as required.
• Perform snow and ice removal and general grounds labor.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Overtime willingness

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Title: Groundskeeper 2

Department Org: Care Of Grounds - MC - 105630

Employee Classification: H3 - Comm Workers of America FT

Bargaining Unit:Communication Workers America

Primary Location: MC AD

Shift:1

Start Time:6:00am End Time:2:30pm

Posted Salary: $18.53

Float: False

Rotate: False

On Call: False

Travel: False

Weekend/Holiday: True

Job Description:

Actively participates in keeping the University of Toledo safe, clean, attractive, and maintained. Performs grounds maintenance duties including plant, weed, clean flower beds, fertilize, mow, trim and edge lawns. Applies insecticides to lawns, shrubs, and trees. Performs routine grounds maintenance and general labor e.g., removes snow and applies alt to ice; maintains parking lots & streets; and assists with minor building construction.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent GED.
• Must have 6 months of training or 6 months experience in grounds maintenance or working as a Groundskeeper 1
• Ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to apply mathematical functions to calculate area, volume, ratios, and application rates.
• Ability to work alone with minimal supervision. Ability to plan, layout, select appropriate tools and perform groundskeeping tasks in an efficient manner.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime.
• Maintains a valid driver's license and must be insurable under the University of Toledo’s driving policies. Valid commercial driver’s license required if motor equipment is of type and size regulated by Section 4506.01 and 4506.12 of the Ohio Revised Code.
• Ability to pass required health and safety tests as required by the University of Toledo such as respirator fit, heart stress and pesticide screenings.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio Pesticide Applicator’s license.

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at [e-mail] or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.