Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper

We currently have a Groundskeeper position open that is available immediately Starting Pay is $18.00 an hour.

*NEW*

WELL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS THAT WOULD LIKE TO OBTAIN THEIR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT WHILE WORKING AT LIFE UNIVERSITY ARE INVITED TO PURSUE LIFE'S EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT PROGRAM.

Description

Life University is looking for a dynamic and compassionate individual to serve as the Groundskeeper. Under direct supervision, this position supports the Facilities Management- Grounds Department by maintaining the landscape of university property which includes irrigation maintenance, mowing, trimming, pruning, tree removal, planting and trash removal. This position performs a variety of landscape maintenance tasks to preserve and maintain the University Campus.

This position is also responsible for campus snow removal which ensures safe driving conditions during the winter months and event support which includes furniture and/or material moves in support of special projects or initiatives. Responsible for working as a team member in developing and maintaining grounds maintenance work for the University campus. Life University has developed and implemented an Honor Code and Standards of Conduct, which serve as a set of expectations for the living and learning environment provided by the University.

Responsibilities

1. Perform a wide variety of tasks related to the maintenance, and upkeep of university grounds and facilities.

2. Use appropriate landscaping methods to care for, preserve and water plants; sod, seed and fertilize lawns; prepare beds and properly install appropriate plant material.

3. Understand and apply correct procedure for fertilizer mixture and application to all plant material on campus.

4. Properly prune trees and shrubs.

5. Provide maintenance for annuals and perennials, and other plantings as needed.

6. Properly mow, edge, and trim lawns with appropriate tools, operate equipment properly so as to avoid injury to self and others.

7. Always maintain safe working conditions by using supplies and equipment properly and taking necessary precautions.

8. Properly care for and service power operated equipment used for grounds keeping activities.

9. Clean-up and maintain University grounds.

10. Pick up litter from university property, remove rubbish; empty outdoor garbage cans; rake and/or blow grass clippings and leaves; set up and operate sprinklers; remove debris.

11. Must be able to initiate and complete basic landscape duties on campus to include mowing, planting, trimming, blowing, fertilizing and trash removal but also, trenching, sodding and site irrigation.

12. Assists with all Special Event setup and break down.

13. Perform clean-up and maintenance of interior areas as required.

14. Assists with campus office relocations along with ensuring the trash is removed daily.

15. Initiates and repairs any irrigation issues as needed.

Requirements

1. Do you have a High School Diploma or Equivalent?

2. Or are you willing to obtain a High School Diploma or Equivalent through Life's Educational Attainment Program?

3. Must have a valid Georgia Driver’s License, or out of state license with the ability to obtain a Georgia Driver’s License within 30 days is required. Must also be insurable under Life University’s insurance carrier.