Grounds Assistant

Datrose • Rochester, NY

4h • Onsite

About The Position

This is an on-site position at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT). The contract is expected to last approximately 6 months with a possibility to be hired on permanently by RIT. The pay rate is $17.00/hr - $18.50/hr, with the hours of Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4pm. The perfect candidate will have at least 1 year experience in a general grounds position and must have a valid driver's license.

Requirements

• Must have prior general grounds experience and basic mechanical aptitude.
• Must be reliable, dedicated, and trustworthy.
• Ability to lift at least 50lbs.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Reliable transportation to Henrietta, NY.
• 1 year experience in a general grounds position.
• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Groundskeeper: 1 year (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Responsibilities

• Cleanup of branches, leaves, trimmings, stone.
• Shoveling, digging post holes, moving stone.
• Edging mulch beds and spreading mulch.
• Planting trees, shrubs and flowers.
• Weeding and edging mulch beds.
• String trimming and push mowing borders, etc.
• Filling potholes in asphalt areas and sinkholes around buildings.
• Small amount of furniture and appliance moving as necessary.
• Tree and hedge trimming.
• Understand MSDS sheets and safe work practices.
• Comply with OSHA, NYS Building Codes, EPA, and DEC requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED