Landscape Crew Member I

Mississippi State University; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for dedicated individuals to join their Facilities Management team. This role involves maintaining the university's beautiful grounds, ensuring they are clean and well-kept. You'll operate various equipment, assist with landscaping projects, and perform essential maintenance tasks. This is a hands-on position that requires physical stamina and a passion for outdoor work. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and take pride in enhancing the beauty of your surroundings, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a vibrant community where your contributions will be valued and appreciated.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write plus experience in landscaping.
• Valid driver's license may be required for specific positions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain university grounds using various landscaping equipment.
• Install landscaping and perform routine maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Landscaping

Equipment Maintenance

Physical Fitness

Pest Control

Education

Ability to read and write

Tools

Edger

Blower

Trimmer

Mower

Hand Tools

Power Equipment

Job description

Apply now Job no: 508471
Position type: Full-Time 12-Month
Department: 751400 - Campus Landscape
Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Categories: Support Staff
Position Open Date: Oct 22 2024

Position Function:

To perform a variety of duties in support of services provided by Facilities Management including routine cleaning, maintenance and upkeep of grounds.

Responsibilities:

1. Maintains university grounds using edger, blower, trimmer, mower, and other equipment.
2. Installs landscaping and related items on university grounds.
3. Mow grass, mulch leaves, clean-up grounds and aerify designated areas of campus.
4. Assists with appropriate pest control (non-herbicide use) for lawn and landscaping.
5. Maintains equipment such as hand tools; power equipment, including chain saws, edger, weed eaters, push and/or riding mowers, backhoes, tractor etc. May procure supplies, parts, and tools as needed.
6. Responsible for care and routine maintenance of equipment.
7. Operate and make minor adjustments to mowers.
8. May perform special projects related to various aspects of Facilities Management as assigned by supervisor.
9. Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to read and write plus experience in landscaping.
Valid driver's license may be required for specific positions.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc.

Job frequently requires standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Job occasionally requires sitting, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting more than 100 pounds.

Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

Apply online at msujobs.msstate.edu and complete a support staff application.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law.