Landscape Aide I - Facilities Services
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About The Position
The Landscape Aide I position within the Facilities Services Department at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is a full-time role focused on the maintenance and operations of campus facilities, including buildings, grounds, and utility systems. The primary responsibility of the Landscape Aide is to provide general cleaning and grooming of campus grounds, ensuring that the outdoor environment is well-maintained and aesthetically pleasing. This role involves a significant amount of manual labor, requiring the aide to assist in the maintenance, repair, renovation, and construction of campus landscapes and grounds. The work is conducted outdoors, exposing the aide to various weather conditions, which necessitates a strong ability to perform physical tasks for extended periods. In addition to the physical demands, the Landscape Aide is expected to learn the operation of various power equipment, including commercial mowers, leaf blowers, line trimmers, and chainsaws. The position requires a stable work history and the ability to follow instructions accurately. The aide must also demonstrate a positive attitude and effective interaction with team members, as collaboration is essential in this role. The job is classified as essential personnel, meaning that in extraordinary situations, such as emergencies, the aide is expected to fulfill their duties to ensure the continuity of critical university operations and support the needs of the university community.
