Groundskeeper - Summer

Wingate Companies

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Groundskeepers are responsible for maintaining aesthetically pleasing, well groomed / maintained, and functional outdoor landscaping, lawns, water features, and facilities on the University campus according to specified procedures. Wingate University is a teaching university which serves more than 3,400 students on two campuses. Wingate’s main campus is located on 500+ acres of beautiful landscape and is only 25 minutes from the Charlotte, North Carolina metropolitan area.

Requirements

Ability to follow instructions regarding the use of supplies, chemicals, equipment, and use as directed.
Ability and experience to operate gas powered trimmers, weed eaters, blowers, edgers, aerators, Work Horses, tractors, mowers, grooming equipment, sprayers, etc.
Ability to drive WorkHorse UTV and pull / back trailers.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record preferred.
High school graduate or GED preferred.
Ability to move items up to 50-60 pounds and be physically able to stand, walk, climb, squat, kneel, push, pull, twist, bend, lift and carry items.
Outside work – exposure to outdoor elements with hot and cold temperatures, noise levels (e.g., machinery), and vibration and exhaust / fumes from equipment.
Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Maintain regular, predictable attendance on campus in accordance with University policy.
Ensure outdoor areas are clean, tidy, well maintained, and organized using established practices and procedures; this includes lawns, trees, shrubs, outdoor patio / pool areas, athletic facilities, irrigation, and turf areas.
Maintenance includes - mowing, trimming, fertilizing, and grooming lawns, care for trees, shrubs, and seasonal plants, as well as our athletic facilities, stadiums, fields, turf areas and irrigation systems.
Maintain proper use of all equipment in a safe manner, including machinery, mowing / trimming devices, and chemical handling.
Routinely remove trash, litter and debris from grounds and dispose of items properly.
Assist with outdoor projects like pressure washing, parking lots maintenance, and lining fields.
Attend all safety training and other required meetings (ex., OSHA, machinery operation trainings, Bloodborne pathogens, fire safety, etc.).
Assist as needed with preparation for events (tables, chairs, trash receptacles).
Support additional functions and services provided by the Campus Service Center (custodial and maintenance tasks such as, but not limited to minor repairs, preventative maintenance, painting, changing air filters / cleaning HVAC units, laying carpet/LVT, snow/ ice removal, disaster clean up, etc.).
Other job duties/responsibilities may be assigned.