Casual - Grounds Crew

FVTC • Appleton, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Fox Valley Technical College is collecting a pool of student job applicants interested in working in Facilities as a Summer Grounds Crew Member. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable work experience while earning money to help fund your education! Work hours are Monday-Friday 6:00-2:30. Desired to fill five full time positions for summer and two for fall part time.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Valid Driver’s License preferred.
• Subject to FVTC’s Motor Vehicle Records Check.
• WI State UTV/ATV Certification required for ages 17 and under.
• In evaluating candidates for this position, Fox Valley Technical College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.
• Sitting: This role requires extended periods of sitting while performing tasks and utilizing computer systems.
• Lifting and Carrying: The role requires occasional/continuous lifting and carrying of light to moderate items (~50lbs).
• Climbing: Capability to climb stairs or ladders, if applicable to the job.
• Fine Motor Skills: This role may need precise hand movements or manual dexterity for activities such as writing on a whiteboard, demonstrating experiments, or using instructional technology like computers.
• Repetitive Motions: Capacity to perform repetitive motions, such as typing, without discomfort or injury.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with employees, candidates, and stakeholders, both in-person and through electronic means.
• Driving: Valid driver's license and ability to operate a vehicle, if driving is a requirement of the position.

Responsibilities

• Perform lawn care including cutting, trimming, and weed removal using powered and/or hand operated equipment.
• Removal of weeds.
• Removal of litter and trash from parking lots and grounds.
• Irrigation of lawns, trees and plant material as needed.
• Provide necessary care for plants and trees such as trimming/pruning, insect and disease control, using integrated pest management practices including cultural, chemical, and biological methods.
• Perform minor maintenance on grounds equipment for safe operation: including checking engine oil, air filters, brakes and lights, refueling, daily clean-up of equipment.
• Maintain order in storage areas.
• Perform other duties relating to maintaining grounds as requested by Vehicle Maintenance & Grounds Team Lead.

Benefits

• Work-life balance is supported through flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions) and wellbeing programs.
• Professional development opportunities include training.
• Additional perks at the Appleton Main Campus include an onsite dental clinic, fitness center, Parent/Child Center (onsite child care), library, café, printing services, Trilogy Salon & Spa, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed