Position Description Summary/Purpose :

This position performs routine Grounds work including mowing, weeding, snow removal and other work as needed.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities :

• Performs work involving the use of large and small equipment, including tractors, mowers and loaders
• Performs routine manual labor involved in grounds maintenance and landscaping
• Provides assistance with the designated tasks on all Goodwin University and Campus Realty properties
• Provides assistance with grounds construction and maintenance work
• Ensures all safety procedures are practiced.

Other Functions :

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation permits
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill :

• Demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity
• Knowledge of the proper operation of grounds equipment and related duties and responsibilities
• Knowledge and experience in a number of skills, such as mowing, trimming, tree removal, snow removal and small engine operations
• Mechanical skills and the ability to use hand tools.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications :

Education, Training and Experience :

High school diploma or GED with one year of relevant experience in grounds maintenance and landscaping.

Special Requirements :

Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle

Physical and Mental Requirements :

Work Environment: Outdoor Weather Conditions, Work with fumes or airborne particles, Work near moving mechanical parts, Risk of electrical shock, Vibration

Physical Activity: Standing, Walking, Sitting, Talking & Hearing, Using hands/fingers to handle/feel, Climbing or balancing, Bending, pulling, pushing, Driving

Lifting Requirements: Up to 10 pounds, Up to 25 pounds, Up to 50 pounds, Up to 75 pounds, Up to 100 pounds, Over 100 pounds

Vision Requirements: Close vision, Distance vision, Color vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program

Position Description Summary/Purpose :

This position performs routine Grounds work including mowing, weeding, snow removal and other work as needed.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities :

• Performs work involving the use of large and small equipment, including tractors, mowers and loaders
• Performs routine manual labor involved in grounds maintenance and landscaping
• Provides assistance with the designated tasks on all Goodwin University and Campus Realty properties
• Provides assistance with grounds construction and maintenance work
• Ensures all safety procedures are practiced.

Other Functions :

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation permits
• Continues professional development and training; keeps current with trends
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill :

• Demonstrated commitment to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and work in an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity
• Knowledge of the proper operation of grounds equipment and related duties and responsibilities
• Knowledge and experience in a number of skills, such as mowing, trimming, tree removal, snow removal and small engine operations
• Mechanical skills and the ability to use hand tools.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications :

Education, Training and Experience :

High school diploma or GED with one year of relevant experience in grounds maintenance and landscaping.

Special Requirements :

Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle

Physical and Mental Requirements :

Work Environment: Outdoor Weather Conditions, Work with fumes or airborne particles, Work near moving mechanical parts, Risk of electrical shock, Vibration

Physical Activity: Standing, Walking, Sitting, Talking & Hearing, Using hands/fingers to handle/feel, Climbing or balancing, Bending, pulling, pushing, Driving

Lifting Requirements: Up to 10 pounds, Up to 25 pounds, Up to 50 pounds, Up to 75 pounds, Up to 100 pounds, Over 100 pounds

Vision Requirements: Close vision, Distance vision, Color vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401k employer match
• Employee & dependent life insurance
• Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse & dependents
• PTO program