27-52 Groundskeeper (Two Vacancies) - Grounds Department

West Chester University•West Chester University, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

West Chester University of Pennsylvania Facilities Division invites applicants for the position of Groundskeeper. The shift available is Monday through Friday: 6 AM to 2 PM. The Grounds Maintenance Department is responsible for the stewardship and upkeep of approximately 300 acres of university property. Our team of groundskeepers, equipment operators and supervisory staff is committed to delivering high-quality, reliable and proactive services across campus landscapes and infrastructure. The Groundskeeper provides manual work in the maintenance of the University grounds including lawn, shrubbery, mulched bed, tree, hardscape, parking lot, sidewalk, step, and ramp maintenance. The ideal candidate is professional, punctual, detail oriented and able to follow instructions. They are dependable, safety conscious and able to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team. They should have strong time management skills, a willingness to learn and the ability to prioritize tasks to maintain the grounds to a high standard. As a member of the Facilities Divisional staff, this position is deemed essential. Essential employees must remain or report to work during partial or full day closings of the University due to hazardous road conditions, emergency circumstances or for other reasons.

Requirements

One year of experience in groundskeeping work; OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training
Valid driver's license
Knowledge of groundskeeping and simple horticultural practices
Knowledge of the care of lawns, flowers, trees, and common shrubs
Knowledge of the potential hazards of toxic chemical pesticides and herbicides, and the safety precautions required to minimize these hazards
Ability to interpret pesticide and herbicide label directions and related literature
Ability to maintain and make ordinary repairs to machinery, equipment and improvements, such as walks, lanes parking places, sheds, and benches
Ability to lay out and participate in planting, watering, sodding, spraying and trimming and cleaning work in lawns, gardens and walks
Good physical condition to permit long hours of outdoor physical labor

Nice To Haves

Outdoor labor experience
Landscaping experience
Bulk trash removal experience
Customer service experience

Responsibilities

Mow, string trim, edge, seed, fertilize, aerate, sod, spot spray, and top-dress lawns
Plant, transplant, weed, water, mulch and prune shrubbery
Snowplow, shovel and spread salt
Operate riding and push lawn mowers, snow blower, chain saw, hand tools and vehicles within driver’s license certification
Seasonal leaf and debris removal
Line fields for WCU club and band events
Remove litter and debris campus wide
Maintain storm drains
Empty, remove, and replace trash/recycling cans and cigarette urns as directed
Clean and maintain tools, equipment, materials, and supplies
Other duties as assigned