Groundskeeper II

University of Louisville; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Louisville is seeking a Groundskeeper II to maintain lawns and landscape on Belknap Campus. The role involves mowing, edging, planting, mulching, and applying weed and insect control in accordance with state laws.

You will operate commercial landscaping equipment and may be assigned to night or weekend shifts during winter breaks and emergencies. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with two years’ experience, a valid driver’s license, and a Kentucky pesticide

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with two years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Pre-employment physical exam required.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability by University’s insurer.
• Kentucky applicator’s license to handle pesticides.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• May require nights/weekends/holidays and variable weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns and landscape including planting, trimming, mowing, seeding and fertilizing.
• Care for trees, shrubs, and ornamental grasses; apply mulch and manage weed/insect control as needed.
• Operate and maintain all grounds equipment and perform safety checks.
• Remove snow/ice and provide emergency response as required.

Skills

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Pesticide handling (license)

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Lawn mowing equipment

Chainsaw

Sprayers/Spreaders

Job description

Department:

Location:

Belknap Campus, Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Req ID:

R109402

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Pre-employment physical exam required. Valid driver's license required and must be insurable by the University's insurance carrier. Kentucky applicator's license to handle pesticides. May be required to be able to lift up to 50 pounds. May need to work nights, weekends, holidays or during winter breaks in a variety of weather conditions. Grade 2 (Hourly)

Position Description:

The Groundskeeper II position will maintain lawns and landscape, including planting, trimming, mowing, seeding, and fertilizing university grounds. Maintain trees, mix and apply weed and insect control chemicals. Collect and haul trash and debris. Must be able to operate commercial mowing/landscaping equipment.

This is a required personnel position that necessitates the employee's physical presence in the workplace. The employee must also report to or remain at work during university emergencies or closures and maintain a valid, insurable driver's license under the University's insurance policy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor garbage and recycling receptacles daily and clean as necessary. Monitor hardscape areas, including but not limited to sidewalks, parking lots, areas for accessible needs, walks, and planters for debris, fallen limbs, sticks, leaves, and garbage.
• Care for established lawns according to planned landscaping designs by mulching, aerating, weeding, removing thatch, or trimming/edging around landscape beds, walks, walls, or trees. Maintain the irrigation system. Prune or trim trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses, ground covers, or hedges, using shears, pruners, or chainsaws. Assist with planting seeds, bulbs, foliage, flowering plants, grass, ground cover, trees, or shrubs, and apply mulch using gardening tools.
• Mow and edge using a string trimmer in assigned areas. Lawn aeration twice a year. Rake, mulch, and compost leaves as necessary.
• Mix and spray, or spread, fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, or trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders, according to state laws and mandates.
• Remove snow and ice from university walkways, roads, ramps, parking areas, and shuttle bus stops utilizing the appropriate snow removal equipment and spread salt in those areas. This position responds to emergencies and is considered a "required personnel" position. Schedules may vary according to conditions.
• Operate and maintain all equipment, including commercial mowing/landscaping equipment, motorized and non-motorized, operated by the Grounds Department, and report any issues. Conduct equipment and vehicle safety checks.
• Complete all required paperwork on time and attend required trainings and meetings.
• Perform duties as assigned by Foremen and Superintendent.

TARGET COMPENSATION

• Minimum: $17.35/hr.
• Midpoint: $21.72/hr.

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.

Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].