Part-time Landscaper

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University is seeking a Part-time Landscaper to join their Landscape Department. The ideal candidate will have experience in weeding, mulching, planting, pruning, and trash removal.

This position involves working 20-25 hours per week with a pay rate of $13 per hour. Applicants must have basic computer skills and be able to perform physical tasks required for landscaping duties.

The role requires compliance with HR documents for employment.

Qualifications

• Experience with weeding, mulching, planting, pruning, and trash removal.
• Basic Computer Skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping duties including weeding, mulching, and planting.
• Maintain the aesthetic of Weber State University's landscape.

Skills

Weeding, mulching, planting, pruning, and trash removal

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy.

Position Information

Position Title: Part-time Landscaper

Requisition Number: H01279P

Position Category: Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location: Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week: 20-25

Months per year: 12

Schedule: 6am-3:30pm, 20 hours per week minimum, 4 hours per day minimum

Hourly Pay Rate: $13

Job Summary / Basic Function

The Landscape Department is responsible for all WSU landscaping. Experience with weeding, mulching, planting, pruning, trash removal, and other duties are necessary to be a successful member of the Landscape Department.

Required Qualifications

Experience with weeding, mulching, planting, pruning, and trash removal.

Basic Computer Skills.

Preferred Qualifications

To apply, complete the online application and attach a resume.

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

The screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

Physical Activity of this position

Physical Activity of this position Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion., Maintaining equilibrium to prevent falling. Walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. , Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. , Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position

Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to have visual acuity to perform activities such as: operating machines, (i.e. lathes, drill presses, power saws) where the job is at or within arm’s reach; skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as carpenter, plumber, mechanic.

Conditions the Worker Will Be Subject To

The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The worker is subject to outside environmental changes. No effective protection from the weather. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. The worker is subject to extreme cold. Temperatures typically below 32 for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions such as wind and humidity. The worker is subject to extreme heat. Temperatures above 100 for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity. The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. The worker is subject to vibration. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. The worker is frequently in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, man holes, small enclosed rooms, small sewage and line pipes, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia. The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• List of References with Contact Info

Optional Documents