GROUNDSKEEPER II

Scope of Job

To provide technical and supervisory skills in planning, organizing and directing the maintenance of grounds. Responsible for the maintenance and general beautification of all grounds including gardens, landscaped areas and parking areas.

Description of Duties

• Supervises and participates in preparing ground for planting and in planting, cultivating, fertilizing, watering and pruning flowers, shrubs and trees.
• Watches for pests, disease or other deteriorating agents and takes necessary steps for the eradication.
• Assists in the training of other employees in the proper care of lawns and plants, the spraying and cultivation of shrubbery, hedges and trees and the operation and care of tools and equipment.
• Cleans and maintains tools, equipment, materials and supplies.
• Assists with minor irrigation maintenance repairs as needed.
• Recommends the purchase of special fertilizers and insecticides.
• Rearranges flower beds and gardens.
• Operates and prepares grounds care equipment.
• Operates and makes minor repairs on variety of equipment, and provides technical assistance within area of responsibility.
• May be required to have flexible work schedule, to include but not limited to: work evenings, weekends, Holidays, overtime and any campus emergencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.