Groundskeeper II — Lawn Care, Tree Care & Snow Removal

ULSA University of Louisville; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Louisville is seeking a Groundskeeper II to maintain lawns, trees, and landscape at Belknap Campus.Responsibilities include mowing, edging, mulching, irrigation, pruning, and weed control; operate landscaping equipment and follow safety rules. Valid drivers license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds are required, with occasional night/weekend shifts.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and two years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Pre-employment physical exam required.
• Valid drivers license required and must be insurable by the University's insurance carrier.
• Kentucky applicator's license to handle pesticides.
• May 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.

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.
• Respond 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The University of Louisville is seeking a Groundskeeper II to maintain lawns, trees, and landscape at Belknap Campus.Responsibilities include mowing, edging, mulching, irrigation, pruning, and weed control; operate landscaping equipment and follow safety rules. Valid drivers license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds are required, with occasional night/weekend shifts.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and two years of relevant experience or equivalent combination.