Groundskeeper

Arizona State University

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Supports facility and equipment inspection, maintenance, and repairs to ensure property meets established standards and to prevent further damage. This position is based at ASU’s West Valley campus and may require working from other campuses depending on operational needs. The Groundskeeper will maintain grounds and participate in all types of grounds maintenance activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Employee may be required to possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.
Must pass pre-employment audiogram exam post offer of employment.
Valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.
Acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.
Current eligibility to legally work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Any experience which provides knowledge, skills and ability to perform the work.
Experience in: repairing/maintaining irrigation systems
using and operating grounds equipment and/or tools (e.g. leaf sweepers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers, hand truck, power lift gate, hammer drill, chain saw, basic hand tools, etc.)
planting shrubs, trees, flowers, pruning trees/shrubs
operating riding, push lawn mowers, and other turf related equipment
power washer operation
trash compactor operation
minor equipment maintenance (e.g. oil changes, blade sharpening, filter changes, spark plug changes, use of grease gun, etc.)
work that requires customer service skills
Evidence of effective communication skills

Responsibilities

Maintain landscaped areas on campus utilizing best management practices.
Operate lawn mowers, edgers, various hand tools and vehicles associated with ground maintenance and landscaping tasks.
Prune trees and shrubs to University standards.
Plant shrubs, trees, and flowers.
Perform minor irrigation repairs and monitoring.
Conduct trash and debris removal as needed.
Perform minor maintenance and repair on equipment and tools as required.
Adhere to departmental safety standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Drive University vehicles and/or carts.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules
22 days of accrued vacation leave
12 days of accrued sick leave
10 paid holidays annually
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Paid time for volunteer and professional development
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Disability and leave program for income protection
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships