Contractual Grounds Maintenance Worker
Contractual Grounds Maintenance Worker
Lincoln Land Community College is currently accepting applications for 2 temporary, contractual Grounds Maintenance Workers to assist in overseeing the campus grounds by maintaining, cleaning and caring for lawns, parking lots, roadways, sidewalks, athletic fields, flowerbeds, shrubs and trees.
This contractual, non-benefited position is for 27 hours per week for a period of up to 6 months. Work shift will be Monday through Thursday, 6:30AM-1:45PM. Pay will be no less than $20.00 per hour.
Responsibilities for this position will include the following:
- Irrigate, trim, edge, aerate and mow lawns and turfed areas
- Establish new lawns, plant trees, shrubs, hedges, and flowers
- Perform a variety of general maintenance duties; install campus signs; set up and take down folding chairs; staging for campus events; set up and remove barricades and traffic cones; and moving furniture and other equipment
- Remove trash, clippings, trimmings and leaves from parking lots, sidewalks, and grounds
- Assist in the performance of routine maintenance of equipment, including changing of oil, greasing, sharpening of blades, restringing weed eaters, and making repairs on grounds keeping equipment
- Assist with preventative maintenance and repair work on parking lots, roads and sidewalks
- Operate motorized equipment, including trucks, tractors, riding and push mowers, chainsaws, weed eaters, and edgers
- Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, parking lots and roads
- Maintain cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and work areas
The Paid Leave for All Workers Act allows part-time employees to earn 1 hour of PTO for every 40 hours worked.
Position Requirements
Requirements include:
- A valid driver's license. If at any point during your employment in this position you lose your license, you must notify your supervisor immediately.
- Must supply your own slip resistant, safety toed footwear that conforms to ASTM-F2413-17 standards.
Must possess ability to meet the following physical requirements:
- Push, pull or carry large or bulky objects/equipment
- Lift up to 100 lbs. to shoulder height and up to 70 lbs. overhead on a regular basis
- Stand for long periods of time
- Walk up to 1 mile
- Conducts regular overhead work
- Grip, hold and operate vibration producing power equipment
- Dexterity to bend, stoop and lift on a regular basis
- Frequent climbing (ex. ladders, stairs)
- Ability to withstand weather conditions, including extreme cold and extreme hot
LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen.
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