Groundskeeper

Job #: 042117

Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay Range: 25.132-27.926 per hour

Hours: Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Exercise some judgment to comply with instructions in grounds keeping and equipment operation.

Education and Experience:

The ability to read, write and follow instructions. At least 1 year experience in grounds keeping, including equipment operation and identification of plant materials or an equivalent combination of training and practical experience. A valid drivers license; the ability to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.

Skills and Knowledge:

The ability to read, write and follow instructions. At least 2 years of experience in grounds keeping, including the operation of all equipment, identification of plant materials or an equivalent combination of training and practical experience; a valid drivers license; the ability to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.

Responsibilities:

Cut grass, lawns and playing fields, edge lawns and mark fields; fertilize lawns, trees and shrubs. Plant and care for flowers. Trim, prune and mulch trees, hedges and shrubs. Tree removal. Keep mower blades sharp and report equipment malfunction or need for repairs to Supervisor. Install brick pavers, requiring training. Install grass/lawns, hydroseeding.

About Syracuse University:

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.

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