Groundskeeper 2

The Ohio State University; United States; Presencial; USD 25.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

State retirement plan or an equivalent

Descripción de la vacante

The Ohio State University Wooster Campus is seeking a Groundskeeper 2 to maintain the FAES Wooster Campus Grounds. The role involves mowing, planting, pruning, and assisting in tree work, with pesticide and fertilizer applications as needed.

Requires a valid driver’s license and 6 months of grounds maintenance experience. You must obtain a pesticide license within 12 months. Location is Wooster, OH; duties may include overtime and outdoor work in all weather.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months of grounds maintenance or equivalent experience.
• Must obtain Ohio pesticide operator's license within 12 months of employment.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain campus grounds including mowing, turf installation, planting, mulching, pruning trees and shrubs.
• Assist in tree removal and timber stand improvement activities.
• Apply pesticides and fertilizers as trained
• Operate and repair grounds maintenance equipment
• Remove snow/ice from walkways and entrances; work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Conocimientos

Valid driver's license

Grounds maintenance experience

Pesticide license within 12 months

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Groundskeeper 2

Department: FAES | Wooster Campus Grounds

Job Description

Under general supervision from higher level groundskeeper or supervisor, provides labor and/or operates equipment necessary to accomplish tasks associated with maintaining the grounds of The Ohio State University Wooster Campus and Secrest Arboretum; mows and installs turf areas; plants, mulches, weeds, prunes trees, shrubs and flowers; assists in tree removal and timber stand improvement activities; applies pesticides and fertilizers; removes snow/ice from campus walkways and building entrances; operates and repairs grounds maintenance equipment; applicant required to obtain pesticide license within 12 months of employment; may require overtime work or work an adjusted schedule to meet peak seasonal labor load; works outside in all weather conditions.

Position is located in Wooster, OH.

Pay range is $18.45 - $23.07 based on available budget, internal equity, and candidate experience.

Minimum Education Required

High school diploma or GED.

Required Qualifications

Valid driver's license.

6 months of experience grounds maintenance or equivalent combination of education and experience; within 12-month employment, chosen candidate must pass and maintain current required Ohio pesticide operator's license.

Desired Qualifications

Courses or degree in grounds maintenance or landscaping and experience in landscaping and grounds maintenance.

Additional Information

This position is a union-based position with the Communications Workers of America (CWA). This position includes medical, dental, vision, and pension options.

The full benefits can be viewed at the link below and inputting the information specific to the position. (i.e. staff, 100% FTE, & regular) https://hr.osu.edu/benefits/eligibility

Location: Secrest - Field Headquarters (0451).

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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