Groundskeeper, Patriots Point

COLLEGE CORNER

Charleston (SC)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

College of Charleston is seeking a Groundskeeper to assist with maintaining athletic fields, gardens, and surrounding grounds at Patriots Point Athletics Complex and Tennis Center. The role requires ability to follow written and oral instructions and involve lifting up to 50 lbs, driving state vehicles, and working outdoors in all weather.

Preferred candidates have groundskeeping or related maintenance experience, knowledge of landscape plants and irrigation, and a valid SC driver’s license.

Qualifications

Experience in groundskeeping or maintenance is preferred.
Applicants must be able to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of landscape plants and irrigation systems is helpful.

Responsibilities

Weed, mulch, plant, and maintain established beds and plantings.
Edges, mows fields, and keeps complex grounds clean and safe.
Assist with irrigation maintenance and monitor plant health.
Operate and maintain landscape equipment and report issues.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Valid SC driver's license

Lift 50 lbs

Plant and irrigation knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

Position Type

Position Type Classified

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration Non-Faculty

Pay Band

Pay Band GEN04

Level

Department

Department Patriots Point Maintenance

Job Purpose

Assists supervisors and fellow groundskeepers with properly maintaining the athletic fields and internal & external grounds of the Patriot’s Point Athletics Complex and Tennis Center.

Elementary education and professional experience in groundskeeping, janitorial or building maintenance work. Experience preferred in golf course maintenance, or landscape maintenance. Must have the ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions. Knowledge of commonly used landscape plants and irrigation systems helpful. A valid SC driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment, as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment and/or personnel. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be willing to learn sports field set-up, tear down, and other specific tasks involved with sports field maintenance (watering fields, painting, chalking, mowing patterns, etc.). Must be willing to learn basic irrigation maintenance and to identify plants and insects. Must be reliable and responsible.
All employees of the College are expected to perform their jobs in a safe manner in accordance with best safety practices as prescribed by their department, the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration training as provided by Facilities Management at the College of Charleston.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

Must be physically able to carry out duties as described, including lifting and handling heavy equipment and working outside in all types of weather. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. May be required to be on site or on campus prior to and immediately following all emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, snow/ice storms etc. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, during the busy season or special events.

Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( ETAP )

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu .

1. Weeds and mulches all established plant beds. Assists with seeding, planting and transplanting as required. Keeps all walks, plant & grass beds free of debris (leaves, paper, limbs, etc.). Edges, weed eats, & mows ball fields & outlying areas of complex. Prunes shrubs & trees as needed, according to the season. Assists in the renovation of over-established plant beds.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 40

Activity

2. Assists in troubleshooting and repairing irrigation systems. Assists in keeping beds, hanging baskets, and planters watered. Responsible for dragging in-field areas as needed. Applies fertilizer to trees, shrubs common grounds, and sports fields. Assists in applying amendments to clay areas and turf areas. Assists with line painting the fields, and stenciling logos on the field. Performs home plate repairs and pitcher’s mound repairs to appropriately maintain the fields.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 35

Activity

3. Assists in the upkeep of all power equipment, including changing oil, cleaning air filters & sharpening blades. Assists in calibrating mowing & spraying equipment.
Assists in spraying fields and community areas.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 15

Activity

4. Performs maintenance to include mopping, dusting, buffing, sweeping floors, cleaning windows & painting, as needed, inside and outside of the buildings/facilities. Restocks toilet tissue, paper towels, soap and hand sanitizer, as needed, in public restrooms and locker rooms during special events. Removes trash and refreshes restrooms, lobbies and public areas of facility during games and special events to maintain appropriate cleanliness standards. Demonstrates safety knowledge by practicing and adhering to all proper safety procedures and OSHA regulations pertaining to the Groundskeeping trade. Consistently wears/uses appropriate personal protective equipment as required.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 10

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