Part Time Groundskeeper

University of Findlay; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Findlay is seeking a part-time, non-benefited position responsible for maintenance of athletic facilities and campus grounds. The role includes mowing, landscaping, snow removal, equipment maintenance, and supervising student staff. A Class A or B CDL with passenger endorsement is preferred.

The position runs 19 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with potential evening and weekend work. High school diploma is required; some grounds experience is preferred and the university

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Some grounds and equipment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and upkeep athletic facilities and campus grounds.
• Perform mowing, trimming, fertilization, and landscape tasks.
• Handle snow removal and trash pickup as assigned.
• Maintain and service equipment and university vehicles.
• Supervise and plan work for student and seasonal staff.
• Possess or obtain Class A/B CDL with passenger endorsement.

Skills

Communication Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork Orientation

Time Management

Decision Making

Initiative

Supervisory Responsibility

Education

High school diploma

Some grounds and equipment experience

Job description

Job Description

This posting is for a part-time, non-benefited, 12-month, 19 hours per week, non-exempt position. The position is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of athletic facilities, campus grounds and other University owned property, trash pickup, general maintenance, transportation, and servicing of University equipment and vehicles.

Essential Functions

• Mowing and trimming of grounds.
• Landscape maintenance including fertilizer application.
• Snow removal.
• Equipment/ vehicle maintenance.
• Trash pickup.
• Supervising and job planning of student and summer helper.
• Obtain or possess a Class A or Class B CDL with passenger endorsement.
• Athletic field maintenance.
• Irrigation system management.
• Flower maintenance.
• Farm transportation substitute.
• Perform all other duties deemed appropriate for the position.

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency.
• Organizational Skills.
• Problem Solving.
• Teamwork Orientation.
• Time Management.
• Decision Making.
• Initiative.
• Supervisory Responsibility

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at campus job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body; be able to reach overhead; be able to work in various positions, including stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time; be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks; and be able to frequently lift 50 pounds of weight throughout the assigned workday.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time 6-12-month position, not to exceed 999 hours per year, and general hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This position may require evening and weekend work.

Travel

Travel is not an expectation of this position. A valid driver’s license and a safe driving record required.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma.
• Preferred Education and Experience Some grounds and equipment experience.

The University of Findlay is an AffirMitive Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. It is the university's policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex (including gender identity/expression), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.

Diversity Statement

University of Findlay cultivates the potential within each student through academic excellence, transformative experiences and a supportive community that is grounded in the Christian faith. The University is known not only for science, health professions, animal science and equestrian studies programs, but also for cultivating the next generation of business leaders, educators and innovative thinkers through a dedication to experiential learning, both in and outside of the classroom.

Established in 1882 through a joint partnership between the Churches of God, General Counsel and the city of Findlay, the University of Findlay has 80+ majors leading to baccalaureate degrees and offers 12 master’s degrees, a doctor of pharmacy, a doctor of education, a doctor of education in school psychology, a doctor of physical therapy and a doctor of occupational therapy. More than 3,700 students are enrolled at Findlay. In addition, our faculty and staff strive to create a supportive community in which our students grow and find their path to a meaningful life and productive career.

As a member of the city of Findlay, you will have the opportunity to be a part of the top ranked micropolitan community in the United States. Our small city offers so much to professionals like yourself, including a robust business climate, active downtown, and top-rated schools and parks.

For more information on the University of Findlay, visit http://www.findlay.edu.