Grounds Technician

Jacksonville, FL - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 18 - 18

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Grounds Technician maintains the grounds and exterior infrastructure of the campus under the direction of the Grounds Supervisor. This is a hands-on in-the-field position working with the grounds mowing and maintenance teams on a daily basis. The Grounds Technician assumes responsibility for maintaining the grounds of the campus at a superior level and with exceptional attention to detail and meeting the standards of performance quality which reflect a pristine campus.

This position works Monday through Friday 7AM - 3:30PM.

Essential Functions:

The following list of duties is meant to be representative of the work performed in this position. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar related or a logical extension of position responsibilities.

Coordinates the care of the campus grounds and landscapes with and at the direction of the Supervisor of Grounds
Performs tasks common to the care of grounds and landscapes by seeding watering mulching fertilizing and applying chemicals to outside plantings lawns and turf
Performs regular and directed grounds and landscape maintenance by mowing lawns with riding or push mowers; trims and edges around trees shrubs ground cover flowers sidewalks and buildings; weeds thins and cleans flower beds and other grounds by hand or utilizing proper tools and equipment.
Performs campus-wide general maintenance and repairs by installing removing repairing and maintaining landscape lighting signs cables chains barricades gates bicycle racks feeders posts fences and rock walls; and repairing streets parking lots athletic fields tennis courts track and turf as applicable
Removes unsightly trash and debris from public areas by regularly inspecting grounds drains manhole covers etc. for debris; raking sweeping and bagging leaves debris dirt and trash from streets sidewalks and parking lots and transporting the trash to designated central collection points on a daily basis
Cleans and disinfects trash and cigarette receptacles on a regular basis and removes repairs and installs trash and cigarette receptacles on campus property on an as-needed basis
Assists with clearing snow and/or ice from walkways and parking lots using snow removal equipment as well as ice-melt spreading equipment
Prepares outdoor locations for use by visitors vendors and the public as needed by campus operations
Ensures that grounds maintenance equipment and building maintenance equipment are clean and operational by performing routine and preventative maintenance
As needed performs minor maintenance work using hand and power tools (e.g. minor carpentry plumbing and/or electrical repairs)

Qualifications

Qualifications:

High school graduate or equivalent required
Certification in spray applications and pesticides or ability to pursue such certification
Demonstrable work history reflecting reliability and dependability
Possession of a current drivers license and evidence of insurability required
Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 75 lbs.
Knowledge of safety principles and safe-operating procedures
Ability to work from stepladders with or without accommodations
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform duties with minimal supervision
Ability to stoop bend stand walk reach kneel climb or balance frequently and for extended periods of time while performing job duties
Intercultural competency: ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service

Additional Job Details:
Job Title: Grounds Technician
Department: Facilities Management
Reports to: Grounds Supervisor
Status: Full Time Hourly 12 month
Class: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $18/hr
Benefits Information: To view benefit information related to this position please visit Last Revised: March 2021

About Illinois College:
IllinoisCollege is a residential private liberal arts college located in the heart of Illinois 70 miles northeast of Saint Louis Missouri and 30 miles west of Springfield the capital of Illinois. True to its founding vision in 1829 Illinois College is a community committed to the highest standards of scholarship and integrity in the liberal arts. The College develops in its students qualities of mind and character needed for fulfilling lives of leadership and service fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success.

Required Experience:

DescriptionThe Grounds Technician maintains the grounds and exterior infrastructure of the campus under the direction of the Grounds Supervisor. This is a hands-on in-the-field position working with the grounds mowing and maintenance teams on a daily basis. The Grounds Technician assumes responsibil...

Description

Coordinates the care of the campus grounds and landscapes with and at the direction of the Supervisor of Grounds
Performs tasks common to the care of grounds and landscapes by seeding watering mulching fertilizing and applying chemicals to outside plantings lawns and turf
Performs regular and directed grounds and landscape maintenance by mowing lawns with riding or push mowers; trims and edges around trees shrubs ground cover flowers sidewalks and buildings; weeds thins and cleans flower beds and other grounds by hand or utilizing proper tools and equipment.
Performs campus-wide general maintenance and repairs by installing removing repairing and maintaining landscape lighting signs cables chains barricades gates bicycle racks feeders posts fences and rock walls; and repairing streets parking lots athletic fields tennis courts track and turf as applicable
Removes unsightly trash and debris from public areas by regularly inspecting grounds drains manhole covers etc. for debris; raking sweeping and bagging leaves debris dirt and trash from streets sidewalks and parking lots and transporting the trash to designated central collection points on a daily basis
Cleans and disinfects trash and cigarette receptacles on a regular basis and removes repairs and installs trash and cigarette receptacles on campus property on an as-needed basis
Assists with clearing snow and/or ice from walkways and parking lots using snow removal equipment as well as ice-melt spreading equipment
Prepares outdoor locations for use by visitors vendors and the public as needed by campus operations
Ensures that grounds maintenance equipment and building maintenance equipment are clean and operational by performing routine and preventative maintenance
As needed performs minor maintenance work using hand and power tools (e.g. minor carpentry plumbing and/or electrical repairs)

Qualifications

Qualifications:

High school graduate or equivalent required
Certification in spray applications and pesticides or ability to pursue such certification
Demonstrable work history reflecting reliability and dependability
Possession of a current drivers license and evidence of insurability required
Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 75 lbs.
Knowledge of safety principles and safe-operating procedures
Ability to work from stepladders with or without accommodations
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform duties with minimal supervision
Ability to stoop bend stand walk reach kneel climb or balance frequently and for extended periods of time while performing job duties
Intercultural competency: ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service