Groundskeeper

Position Summary Information

Job Summary/Basic Function About the Role:

The Grounds Maintenance Specialist reports directly to the Director of Campus Services, within the Facilities Management Department. The chosen applicant will spend most of their duty day working outside. Duties include general groundskeeping to include removing litter from the grounds, emptying trash receptacles, and keeping the grounds looking beautiful. The applicant may be required to operate various types of lawn and garden equipment to include weed eaters, leaf blowers, chainsaws, mowers, farm tractors and other associated equipment. They may be required to plant trees, bushes and flowers, and fertilize, mulch or irrigate vegetation. The successful applicant should have hands-on knowledge of general grounds maintenance work. This position is considered as essential, and employees will be required to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to emergency situations or natural disasters.
What You’ll Do – Position Duties

Conduct weeding and mulching landscape of flower beds, bushes and trees. Remove litter from campus grounds, empty trash receptacles as required. Operate various farm and garden equipment as required; mowing, trimming, and fertilizing grounds. Repair and fill holes in asphalt parking lot and/or roadways as required. Pressure wash sidewalks, concrete pads and buildings as required. Plant trees, flowers, and shrubs, ensure lawns, landscapes, and gardens are watered. Perform event setups as required; deliver/setup stage, chairs and other equipment as required. Works with Campus Services staff as needed to assist with other departmental priorities. Performs other duties as assigned.
Key Competencies:

Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with fellow employees. Must be able to maintain an excellent customer service. Must have knowledge of the hazards and required safety precautions associated with the use and operation of the equipment used in the work described above. Must demonstrate the skills required to operate associated equipment. Must comply with established rules and regulations.
Who We Are:

Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Benefits:

Health, dental & vision insurance. Life insurance. State of Texas Retirement plans. Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent. Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Minimum Qualifications A high school diploma or GED is preferred. A minimum of 6-months of hands-on experience working as a laborer in grounds maintenance or related field.

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