IUOE Groundskeeper Wk Ldr

001 University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester, 271 East River Rd, Rochester, NY 14623, is hiring a Groundskeeper to maintain lawns and athletic fields and support campus grounds operations. This full-time role involves operating powered equipment, performing routine upkeep, and ensuring a safe, clean environment for students and staff.

Responsibilities include lawn care, repairs, snow removal, and record-keeping, all under UR IUOE 030 guidelines.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to communicate fluently with supervision.
• Requires a valid New York State Class 5 motor vehicle operators license and physical ability and stamina suited to heavy and sustained manual labor and continuous exposure to local weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Plants, removes, aerates, fertilizes, mows and cares for lawns and athletic fields as required.
• Repairs walks, on-property roadways and parking areas; applies sealers, tack coats and striping paint.
• Performs all cleanup work including sweeping of walkways, parking lots, roadways, athletic fields, stadium and grounds, including removal of brush, leaves, trash and unplugging and cleaning drains as required.
• Sets snow fences, plows snow, shovels and salts sidewalks, parking lots, roadways, etc.
• Maintains athletic fields and facilities both inside and outside, including marking of playing fields and setting up bleachers, goal posts etc.
• Keeps records and makes reports of daily work.
• Complies with safety regulations of the University and of local, state and federal agencies, as well as departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and insures that tools and equipment are kept in good working order.
• Performs other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility as directed.

Skills

Groundskeeping knowledge

Heavy manual labor

Weather exposure

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 271 East River Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 100108 Support Operations-Fac & Svcs Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR IUOE 030 H Compensation Range: $26.58 - $34.14 The referenced pay range represents the first and last step pay rates for this job, as set forth in the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Individual pay will be set in accordance with terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities:

Requires all around knowledge, experience and skill over and above that set forth in the job description for the basic job, or jobs, involved. Performs duties as set forth in the basic job description in addition to acting in the capacity of "instructor", "trouble shooter", "specialist", or similar categories. Usually is responsible to the Department Supervisor for the quantity and quality of the work of others in the group. An element of leadership is necessary for effective guidance of others, but not to the extent usually associated with the jobs of SUPERVISORY level. Hiring, disciplining, promoting and firing are not contemplated within the scope of this classification. He or she may participate and assist in performance ratings of other employees in the group. POSITION SUMMARY:Routinely performs a variety of groundskeeping duties including operations of powered equipment vehicles and tools. Assists in maintenance and upkeep of equipment and tools. SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED:None.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Plants, removes, aerates, fertilizes, mows and cares for lawns and athletic fields as required. Clips hedges and assists in the care of trees and shrubs with direction.
• Repairs walks, on-property roadways and parking areas. Applies sealers, tack coats and striping paint.
• Performs all necessary clean up work including sweeping of walkways, parking lots, roadways, athletic fields, stadium and grounds, including removal of brush, leaves, trash and unplugging and cleaning drains as required.
• Sets snow fences, plows snow, shovels and salts sidewalks, parking lots, roadways, etc.
• Maintains athletic fields and facilities both inside and outside, including marking of playing fields and setting up of bleachers, goal posts etc.
• Keeps records and makes reports of daily work.
• Complies with safety regulations of the University and of local, state and federal agencies, as well as departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and insures that tools and equipment are kept in good working order.
• Performs other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to communicate fluently with supervision; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a valid New York State Class 5 motor vehicle operators license and physical ability and stamina suited to heavy and sustained manual labor and continuous exposure to local weather conditions

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.