Job Summary

The Grounds Student Assistant assists in the Physical Plant/Work Management Center providing support to faculty and staff in areas such as outdoor waste and recycling services and grounds upkeeping.

Job Description

Typical duties include but not limited to:

• Regularly patrol designated areas of the campus to collect and dispose of trash and recycling materials.
• Care for plants and greenery across the campus, including watering and pruning as necessary.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as trimming plants, to upkeep the appearance and functionality of outdoor areas.
• Perform routine maintenance on state vehicles.

Other Duties:

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Minimum qualifications

• Enrolled as a degree seeking student at Florida Gulf Coast University at the time of hire and throughout the appointment.
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and be in good conduct standing with the University.
• Valid driver's license
• Must be friendly, dependable, and willing to work in a physically active position.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
• Understand and adhere to written standards and procedures.
• Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
• Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Present a professional image in word, action and attire.
• Engage with a wide range of staff, faculty, and students in a service-focused setting while maintaining professionalism.
• Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and collaborates with others to achieve goals.
• Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.
• Active listening skills with thoughtful questioning.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.