Sr Building and Grounds Assistant (Groundskeeping)

Miami University; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit eligible

Job summary

Miami University in Oxford, OH seeks a Sr Building and Grounds Assistant to perform a variety of groundskeeping tasks, assist with event setup, and maintain campus facilities. Shift is Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–3:30 pm; hourly pay $16.90; regular full-time position with 40 hours weekly and benefit eligibility.

The role involves mowing, trimming, raking, and operating or assisting with lighting, sound systems, and moving equipment as needed, plus custodial duties as required.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 sounds system.
• May operate moving equipment including forklift 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.

Skills

Custodial operations

Groundskeeping operations

Event setup knowledge

Moving equipment knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year technical experience or equivalent

Job description

Sr Building and Grounds Assistant (Groundskeeping)

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

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.

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 sounds 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.

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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