Grounds Worker

Indiana Wesleyan University • Marion, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Serve the campus community in the capacity determined by the Director of Grounds and Landscaping. Responsibilities could include: Snow Removal; Campus Lawn Care; Campus Landscaping; Campus Waste Disposal/Recycling; General Grounds Care and Facilities Maintenance; and Perform Other Related Duties as Assigned. Adhere to any safety regulations and standards spelled out in the IWU safety policy and or dictated by trainings. Comply with any processes and procedures established by Facilities management and or Indiana Wesleyan University administration.

Requirements

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions…Hot and Cold
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting heavy objects up to 75lb
• Attentive to detail, a self-starter, and ability to work without close supervision
• Excellent communication skills; discerning and tactful
• Willingness to serve in any capacity determined by any member of the Grounds Department leadership team
• Ability to read and follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and the general public
• High School Diploma
• Two (2) years of relative experience in a grounds/maintenance related field
• Ability to operate such equipment as hand and power mowers, front-end loaders, tractors, spraying equipment, and hand and power tools in a safe and effective manner
• Considerable knowledge of standard hand and power tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance activities
• Considerable knowledge of safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use of tools and equipment related to grounds maintenance
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement

Nice To Haves

• May be required to work overtime as directed by supervision

Responsibilities

• Snow Removal
• Campus Lawn Care
• Campus Landscaping
• Campus Waste Disposal/Recycling
• General Grounds Care and Facilities Maintenance
• Perform Other Related Duties as Assigned
• Adhere to any safety regulations and standards
• Comply with any processes and procedures established by Facilities management and or Indiana Wesleyan University administration
• Supervise and direct student worker pool as necessary

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED