Groundskeeper

Navajo Technical University•Crownpoint, NM

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Maintains and ensures overall upkeep of the campus in relation to the cleanliness, appearance, and the condition of landscaping items and features. This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Six months groundskeeping or landscaping experience.
Valid state driver's license.
Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies.
The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position.
Knowledge of materials, methods, practices and equipment used in groundskeeping and landscaping activities.
Knowledge of the principles and practices used in irrigation, planting and gardening.
Knowledge of occupational hazards, safe working practices, and safety precautions in accordance with applicable state, county, or federal laws and regulations regarding workplace safety.
Knowledge of use of maintenance tools, chemicals, cleaners, and disinfectants.
Skill in operating various equipment and tools.
Ability to communicate effectively in the Navajo and English language.
Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction.
Ability to safely use cleaning products and safely operate cleaning equipment.
Ability to learn the methods of cleaning and caring for buildings and equipment.
Ability to work with timeliness and thoroughness.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction.
Ability to prioritize and accomplish tasks within strict deadlines.
Ability to safely operate tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

Performs routine landscaping and maintenance duties to ensure student, staff, and visitor satisfaction and safety at all time.
Maintains landscaping, courtyards, parking lots, walkways, driveways, exterior signage and lighting, drainage, gutter systems and equipment.
Operates and maintains various power/hand tools such as lawn mower, weed trimmer, snow blower, rakes, etc., used for the cultivation of agriculture.
Performs summer functions such as watering, transplanting, mowing, leaning curbs, weed control, basic pest control, watering, pruning and trimming, and other landscaping projects.
Ensures parking lots, sidewalks, and all exits/entrances/overhead canopies are clean and clear of snow and ice, gravel and sand.
Performs winter functions such as snow removal, dispensing sidewalk and road salt per police and procedure.
Maintains well groomed trees, shrubs and lawn. Picks up trash, paper and debris.
Maintains well painted areas for stairs, curb, no parking and handicap areas.
Performs inventory of items and equipment.
Performs minor maintenance on lawnmowers, lifts, and other equipment to maintain in safe working order.
Operates within safety standards and company policies at all times.
Conducts regular checks of grounds for unsafe conditions and security. Reports or corrects as needed.
Keeps stock areas neat and orderly.
Follows planned landscape designs in laying sod, sow gross, plant flowers, and/or foliage.
Performs maintenance and custodial duties as needed.
Moves furniture on campus, and provides support for all setting up needed equipment and furniture for all events on campus.
Keeps daily log of activities with notes for the major maintenance needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.