Temporary Skilled Crafts/Trades - Granade

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 11,649 - 16,591; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Temporary Skilled Crafts/Trades worker for the Griffin Campus to assist with maintenance of campus grounds, including planting beds, mowing, shrubs/trees, and pesticide spraying. The role involves outdoor work and requires up to 20 hours weekly with supervisor-determined scheduling.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (or some college) and agricultural knowledge.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma; some college.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Agricultural knowledge and/or background Agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in research plots from planting to hard weeding, mowing with various size tractors (95% of time).
• Perform other related job duties as assigned by supervisor (5% of time).

Skills

Agricultural knowledge

Education

High School diploma; some college

Job description

Job Title

Temporary Skilled Crafts/Trades - Granade (Department: CAES-Griffin Campus)

Employment Details

Posting Number: G/R07832P

Employment Type: Employee

Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week, schedule to be determined by Supervisor

Salary: $10.25 per hour

Start Date: 04/13/2020

Location: Griffin Area

Position Summary

This position will assist with the maintenance on the main campus grounds. Work includes planting flower beds and shrubs/trees, mowing grass, spraying pesticides, and trimming shrubs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform duties in research plots from planting to hard weeding, mowing with various size tractors (95% of time)
• Perform other related job duties as assigned by supervisor (5% of time)

Qualifications

Relevant/Preferred Education: High School diploma; some college.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Agricultural knowledge and/or background Agriculture.

Physical Demands

Work in extreme weather conditions. Driving.

Legal & Compliance

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR at [e-mail].

Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Pre-employment drug testing may apply for high-risk responsibilities.