"Grounds Gardner-2nd Class-Cabrini Campus"

Position Summary

Under moderate supervision, performs and is responsible for skilled gardening operations, including but not limited to identifying and initiating corrective action to maintain a healthy landscape, including removal of weeds, corrective pruning and fertilization and assist with layout of floral displays, landscape projects and all other elements of the landscape maintenance. Provide input to improve landscape design and operations. Perform pruning and removal of trees including aerial work with the use of a bucket truck.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under moderate supervision performs all phases of work pertaining to grounds/landscape construction and maintenance.
• Under moderate supervision operates all equipment assigned to Grounds Division.
• Helps identifies and corrects problems of plants, grasses, trees, and shrubs.
• Notifies supervisor of all defects, problem areas, and safety hazards related to grounds/landscape.
• Removes snow, including the operation of snowplows and salt spreaders.
• Carries out jobs as defined under other job classifications normally assigned to Grounds Division, such as Trash Truck Helper, and Grounds Gardener 3rd Class.
• Assists in furniture and event set ups and breakdowns, decorations for special functions, meetings, etc.
• Performs other duties described under Grounds Gardener 3rd Class as well as all assigned within the normal scope of the department's responsibilities and the individual's capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent and at least two years of work experience in grounds/landscape maintenance operations, to include soil preparations for landscaping, planting of grass seed, sod, shrubs, trees, and flowers, as well as care and maintenance on turf, shrubs, trees, and hedges. Must be able to identify the area's normal range of grasses, shrubs, and trees. Can demonstrate knowledge and ability to operate all tools and power equipment utilized in landscape maintenance operations. Must be able to exhibit acceptable life experiences in grounds gardening and horticultural work.
• Is currently classified and working as Grounds Gardener 3rd Class and meets and maintains all qualifications for Grounds Gardener 3rd Class.
• A minimum of two years of service in the trade at Villanova University (upon the discretion of Facilities Management.)
• Must have and maintain a valid State driver's license and also meet all requirements of the University Driving Policies. Failure to be able to qualify for operation of a motor vehicle in either of these categories, will result in a demotion down to an appropriate qualifying level not requiring operation of a University vehicle.
• Must have the ability to follow both verbal and written directions in English; the ability to interact with students, faculty, administration, and staff in a professional and positive manner, as well as the ability to read and understand OSHA guidelines such as Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment safety data plates, fuel/chemical flash points, etc.
• Must have the physical ability to climb ladders, to bend, reach, crawl, and lift up to 60 lbs.; the ability to work in enclosed spaces.
• Must possess current ANSI/OSHA compliant training card to operate bucket truck, forklift, or both.
• Must not have any disciplinary actions on file within the previous twelve months of applying for this position.

Special Message to Applicants

1st shift-7am-3:30pm

Salary Posting Information

$31.37 an hour