"Groundsperson I"

Brandeis University is looking for a Groundsperson I in our Facilities Department.

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain campus grounds, use landscaping material, equipment and accessories, and remove snow and ice from campus facilities.
This position is a Local 615, 32BJ Service Employees International Union (SEIU) position.

The hourly rate for this position is $31.63; this is a 40-hour work week.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Essential & Other Functions:

• Perform outdoor work in a variety of climate conditions
• Respond to emergency call-in situations
• Maintain campus lawns and flower beds
• Prune and cultivate plants, shrubs and ornamental / non ornamental trees
• Maintain athletic fields, to include but not limited to: baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, track areas and tennis courts
• Plow, brush, treat and maintain all surfaces before, during, and after all snow/storm events
• Use hand tools and snow blowers to remove snow and ice from stairs, walks and ramps
• Install, repair, and maintain asphalt or concrete and other construction materials
• Perform Trash pickup/maintenance and litter control
• Act as a member of cross functional team, play an important role in major University events, including Commencement, Reunion, Open Houses, Move In, Move Out, etc.
• Other duties as assigned
• Perform manual work and lift materials weighing 60 lbs. or less

*This list is representative of those duties and responsibilities that are required of this position. However, the list is not to be considered as all-inclusive.

Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Ability to perform manual work and lift materials weighing 60 lbs. or less
• Ability to perform outdoor work in a variety of climate conditions
• Ability to respond to emergency call-in situations
• Ability to maintain campus lawns and flower beds
• Ability to prune and cultivate plants, shrubs and ornamental trees
• Ability to maintain athletic fields, baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, track areas and tennis courts
• Ability to use hand tools and snow blowers to remove snow and ice from stairs, walks and ramps
• Ability to install asphalt or concrete and other construction materials

Equipment (Machine, devices, tools, etc., used in job performance): Trucks, loaders, skid loaders, excavators, trenchers, sod cutters, shovels, rakes, lawn rollers, saws, pruners, hoses, trowels, tamps, hammers, pliers, brooms, mowers, hedge clippers and snow blowers, etc.

Education and Work Experience:

• Education: A high school diploma or equivalent
• Work Experience: 2 years of related experience in general grounds keeping
• Licenses: Valid and current United States Driver’s License Required, Massachusetts Hoisting License 1C/2A Required, DOT Medical Certificate

Job Location: Waltham, MA