Groundskeeper III

Description

Groundskeeper IIIFacilities Management ServicesBuilding Services: Landscape & Grounds MaintenanceSalary: Competitive salary of $35,600 - $42,700 with great benefits!Downtown Atlanta Campus**Location subject to change**Schedule: Monday - Friday | 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.**Shift subject to change**

The ideal candidate performs groundskeeping and landscape maintenance duties. Serves as a work group leader and may help train/orient Groundskeeper I/II employees on methods and procedures.

WHAT MAKES The Building Services Department A GREAT PLACE?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

Groundskeeper III assignments will generally fall into one of the following groupings:

• Organizes the work assignments of Groundskeeper I/II employees; prepares simple reports on the work performance.
• Issues equipment and supplies to grounds crew employees.
• Inspects the campus for needed cleaning and repair.
• Inspects the work of Grounds Keeper I/II employees and makes corrections as needed.
• Trains Groundskeeper I/II employees in landscaping methods and proper groundskeeping practices and procedures.
• Performs grounds cleaning duties in the absence of co-workers; helps with large cleaning tasks.
• Performs groundskeeping duties for absent co-workers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED and two years of groundskeeping experience.
• A valid Georgia driver's license is required.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Landscaping experience, especially in large-scale landscaping, is preferred.
• Vocational training in horticulture or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of proper landscaping methods, practices, and equipment.
• Knowledge of properly caring for plants, trees, shrubbery, and grasses.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate hand tools and equipment used in groundskeeping, such as lawnmowers, weed-eaters, shears, trimmers, etc.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.