Grounds Keeper, Full-Time

Catawba Valley CC•Hickory, NC

36d•Onsite

About The Position

To perform semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and related service activities related to the college campus grounds, and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to the area of assignment. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Director, Facility Services. Exercises no supervision.Clean and maintain all campus grounds; perform basic landscaping duties.

Requirements

One year of landscaping or grounds maintenance experience is desirable.
Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Must have the ability to obtain Pesticide License.
Knowledge of: Grounds maintenance techniques.
Operational characteristics of landscaping equipment and tools.
Pesticide and insecticide mixing and application.
Ability to: Properly mix and apply chemical pesticide solutions.
Operate a variety of landscaping and grounds maintenance equipment and tools.
Perform landscaping and general maintenance duties.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: Making observations, Operating assigned equipment, Communicating with others.
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following: Walking or standing for extended periods of time, Lifting light to moderate materials, Repeated bending, Operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
Effectively handle a work environment and conditions which involve: A constantly changing workplace, Working with machinery, Exposure to grease, dust, and dirt, Various weather conditions, including inclement weather.
Effectively deal with personal danger, which may include exposure to: Hazardous chemicals and materials, Fumes and smoke, Air contamination, Inclement weather conditions.
walking or standing for extended periods of time
lifting light to moderate materials
repeated bending
operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
working with machinery
exposure to grease, dust, and dirt
various weather conditions, including inclement weather.
Exposure to: hazardous chemicals and materials, fumes and smoke, air contamination, inclement weather conditions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

Operate mowers, edgers, and trimmers to cut grass; load grass bags and brush into refuse trucks.
Irrigate and fertilize grass, trees, shrubs, and flower beds.
Rake leaves and trim hedges; prune shrubs and check for diseases; pull weeds.
Remove trash from building grounds and empty trash cans.
Ensure all safety and fire regulations are followed.
Clean and maintain grounds maintenance equipment; troubleshoot equipment, and perform minor repairs.
Attend classes and seminars related to landscaping and grounds keeping.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintenance duties during inclement weather include securing property, clearing hazards like snow or debris, and performing emergency repairs to prevent further damage.
Responsibilities also involve communicating with supervisors and staff, managing emergency supplies, and potentially adjusting work schedules or roles for essential personnel.
Adjust work schedules: Be prepared for modified work schedules, which may include essential personnel being required to work during extreme conditions.