IUOE Horticultural Assistant-1

University of Rochester; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester is hiring for a Groundskeeping Worker to perform routine horticultural tasks and related duties on campus grounds. The role involves manual labor, operating a variety of hand and powered tools, and maintaining landscaped areas according to plans.

Qualified candidates will have 2 years of post high school horticulture training or 3–4 years related experience and a NYS Class II license. The position is full-time with a 40-hour work week and standard safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 2 years of post High School training with concentration in Horticulture or related field, or 3-4 years of practical related experience.
• Must possess a valid New York State Class II motor vehicle operator's license and be able to perform heavy manual labor in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Plants, transplants, removes, cultivates, aerates and waters grass, flower beds, trees and shrubs.
• Sprays, prunes, cuts and fertilizes plant life as directed.
• Assists in disease and insect identification and control programs.
• Maintains athletic fields and facilities, including marking and setup.
• Loads, operates and maintains tools, equipment and vehicles as needed.
• Performs cleanup of walkways, parking lots, roadways, fields and grounds.
• Keeps records and prepares daily work reports.
• Complies with safety regulations and departmental policies.
• Ensures work area cleanliness and proper tool storage.

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.

Work 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 028 H

Compensation Range:

$22.22 - $28.19

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:

Performs a variety of horticultural duties of a routine, semi-professional nature. Includes manual tasks connected with the work and the operation of powered equipment, vehicles and tools. Assists with more generalized groundskeeping duties as needed.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED:None.MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED:A large variety of hand, power tools and motorized equipment and vehicles.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• 1.Plants, transplants, removes, cultivates, aerates and waters grass, flower beds, trees and shrubs according to recommended horticultural techniques and following landscape plans or prints.
• 2.Sprays, prunes, cuts and fertilizes plant life as directed.
• 3.Assists in carrying out programs of identification and control of diseases and insects.
• 4.Grades areas for seeding and sodding, repairs walks, on-property roadways and parking areas.
• 5.Maintains athletic fields and facilities both inside and outside including marking of playing fields and setting up of bleachers, goal posts, etc.
• 6.Sets snow fences, plows snow, shovels and salts sidewalks, parking lots, roadways, etc.
• 7.Performs all necessary clean up work including sweeping of walkways, parking lots, roadways, athletic fields, stadiums and grounds, including removal of brush, leaves, trash and unplugging and cleaning drains as required.
• 8.Keeps records and makes reports of daily work.
• 9.Complies with safety regulations of the University and of local, state and federal agencies, as well as departmental policies and procedures.
• 10.Maintains cleanliness of work area and insures that tools and equipment are kept in good working order.
• 11.Performs other duties requiring comparable skill and responsibility as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

2 years of post High School training with concentration in Horticulture or related field; or 3-4 years practical related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a valid New York State Class II motor vehicle operators license and physical ability and stamina suited to heavy and sustained manual labor and continuous exposure to local weather conditions. May be required to possess certifications and licenses as specified by law

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.