Groundskeeper

Abilene Christian University•Abilene, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ACU is affiliated with the followship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU. ‌ Basic Responsibilities 1. Work as directed by the immediate supervisor and/or the Grounds Manager. 2. Work as a team in maintaining the grounds in your zone in an effort to enhance the beauty of ACU 3. Assist other trades and grounds personnel as needed in the spirit of cooperation and team work. Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Follow established rules & procedures of the Landscape & Grounds Department and ACU. 2. Display necessary work initiative to work alone or in groups. 3. Maintain the grass, hardscapes and other areas associated with ACU grounds to the University standards. 4. Mow, weed-eat, and edge grass areas. 5. Empty and pick up trash in our area daily or as needed. 6. Keep hardscapes clean and free of debris. 7. Be on call 24 hours for inclement weather events. 8. Clean and maintain the equipment to extend the life of the University resources. 9. Perform work in a safe manner. ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire. Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations. This private, comprehensive university, founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, offers 88 baccalaureate majors that include more than 175 areas of study, 77 areas of study in master’s degree and specialist programs, and five doctoral programs. It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities. ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Questions? Contact Human Resources at [email protected] or call 325-674-2359.

Requirements

Knowledge of hand and power tools.
Skilled in all areas of grounds maintenance.
Operate small equipment such as mower, weed-eater, blower, edger, and trimmer.
High School Diploma or GED.
Five years of hands-on experience with grounds or landscape maintenance.
Successful candidate must be honest, trustworthy, dependable, responsible, punctual, and have a good moral character and work ethic.
Possession of a valid drivers license.
Must past a pre-employment background check.
Must be neat and clean in appearance at all times.
Good health and stamina to lift, carry and pull loads up to fifty pounds.
Must be able to climb a ladder.
Must be able to work in extreme heat/cold weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Work as directed by the immediate supervisor and/or the Grounds Manager.
Work as a team in maintaining the grounds in your zone in an effort to enhance the beauty of ACU
Assist other trades and grounds personnel as needed in the spirit of cooperation and team work.
Follow established rules & procedures of the Landscape & Grounds Department and ACU.
Display necessary work initiative to work alone or in groups.
Maintain the grass, hardscapes and other areas associated with ACU grounds to the University standards.
Mow, weed-eat, and edge grass areas.
Empty and pick up trash in our area daily or as needed.
Keep hardscapes clean and free of debris.
Be on call 24 hours for inclement weather events.
Clean and maintain the equipment to extend the life of the University resources.
Perform work in a safe manner.