Sr Building and Grounds Assistant (Groundskeeping)

Miami University (Ohio); Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University (Ohio) seeks a Sr Building and Grounds Assistant (Groundskeeping) to perform a range of groundskeeping tasks on campus. The role includes mowing, trimming, raking, and assisting with event setup and teardown, including moving tables, chairs, and staging, and operating light technical equipment.

Hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. A high school diploma or GED with at least one year of related experience is required, along with potential driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of technical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• May require driver's license.
• Knowledge of custodial or groundskeeping operations.
• Knowledge of event set-up operations.
• Knowledge of moving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs groundskeeping tasks including mowing, trimming, raking, removing shrubs and trees.
• Assists in set up and break down for events; arranges tables, chairs, and staging; moves technical equipment.
• May set up and operate lighting and sound equipment.
• May operate moving equipment including forklift and high lift.
• Picks up trash and/or litter from university buildings and grounds; empties receptacles.
• Performs custodial or groundskeeping tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting or vacuuming.

Skills

Custodial operations

Groundskeeping operations

Event setup operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Sr Building and Grounds Assistant (Groundskeeping)

Department

Ground Operations Group 3

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

16.9

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

Yes

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary Primarily in groundskeeping services, performs a variety of technical tasks in care of campus grounds - to include mowing, trimming, raking, removing shrubs and trees. May perform custodial and technical tasks related to setting up for events and maintaining the University's buildings, facilities, and grounds in a clean, neat, and safe manner. Hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Job Description

Sr Building and Grounds Assistant (Groundskeeping)

Essential Duties

• Performs groundskeeping tasks, including mowing, trimming, raking, removing shrubs and trees.
• Assists in the set up and break down for events; arranges tables, chairs, and staging; moves technical equipment.
• May set up and operate technical equipment including lighting and sound system.
• May operate moving equipment including fork lift and high lift.
• Picks up trash and/or litter from University buildings and/or grounds; empties trash receptacles.
• Performs custodial or groundskeeping tasks which may include mowing, trimming, raking, removing shrubs and trees, sweeping, mopping, dusting, or vacuuming.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of technical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. May require driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of custodial or groundskeeping operations
• Knowledge of event set-up operations
• Knowledge of moving equipment

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke-and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work

For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement

Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act

As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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