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Title: Groundskeeper

VP Area: Plant Services

Department: Plant Services-Grounds

Work Schedule: Rotating/Shift Work

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Classification: Regular full-time (staff 30+ hours)

Hours per week: 40

Months per year: 12

Fixed Term End Date (if applicable):

Job Purpose:

Performs duties particular to and normally required in the trade of groundskeeping, following recognized procedures and techniques for such work.

Essential Functions:

• 90% - Groundskeeping - Mowing, watering, weeding, seeding fertilizing, refuse collection in areas assigned. Operate power mowers and associated lawn equipment in the maintenance of hedges, shrubs, trees, and lawns. Maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Maintain streets by patching asphalt, installing and maintaining pavers, operating jackhammers, and pouring concrete. Operate trucks, vans, backhoe, snowplows, and other heavy equipment. Apply chemicals and fertilizers on lawns, trees, and shrubs. Perform general labor and maintenance duties in support of the Maintenance Division during the off-season. Duties tinclude support tall maintenance trades. Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, roadways, plazas, and steps. Essential functions listed here require the physical and environmental demands in order tcarry out these duties. - (Essential)

• Additional Duties as Assigned by the Department

Educational Requirement:

High School Diploma or GED

Years of Related Experience Requirement:

3 years

In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education. 

Certifications and/or Licensures:

Valid Drivers License with good driving history
WSDA Pesticide License, or required to get license within 1 year of employment

Skills & Abilities:

Ability to problem solve individually or in a team setting
Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks individually or in a team setting
Proven ability to work individually and as part of a team
Ability to troubleshoot and repair issues with Landscape equipment/machinery
Knowledge of the safe use and disposal of chemicals like fertilizers and herbicides

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with commercial Landscape equipment including – industrial mowers, weed-wackers, backpack blowers, power edgers, power pruners, pole saws, etc.
Known knowledge of common landscape pests, diseases, and blights
Known knowledge of turf, shrub, tree, and flower varietals
Experience with snow removal equipment/machinery
Experience with heavy machinery including but not limited to; backhoe, tractors, skid steer, loaders, and lifts of varying sizes, etc.

Physical & On-Campus Requirements:

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Daily (>75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Daily (>75% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: 41,600-42,600

Pay Range:

Minimum Salary (Annualized 12 months and 40 hours/week): 41600

Midpoint Salary (Annualized 12 months and 40 hours/week): 45300

Maximum Salary (Annualized 12 months and 40 hours/week): 49080

Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): 20

Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): 21.77

Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): 23.59

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: False