Groundsperson I

Brandeis University

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Brandeis University is looking for a Groundsperson I in our Facilities Department. The primary purpose of this position is to maintain campus grounds, use landscaping material, equipment and accessories, and remove snow and ice from campus facilities. This position is a Local 615, 32BJ Service Employees International Union (SEIU) position. The hourly rate for this position is $31.63; this is a 40-hour work week. Essential & Other Functions: Perform outdoor work in a variety of climate conditions Respond to emergency call-in situations Maintain campus lawns and flower beds Prune and cultivate plants, shrubs and ornamental / non ornamental trees Maintain athletic fields, to include but not limited to: baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, track areas and tennis courts Plow, brush, treat and maintain all surfaces before, during, and after all snow/storm events Use hand tools and snow blowers to remove snow and ice from stairs, walks and ramps Install, repair, and maintain asphalt or concrete and other construction materials Perform Trash pickup/maintenance and litter control Act as a member of cross functional team, play an important role in major University events, including Commencement, Reunion, Open Houses, Move In, Move Out, etc. Other duties as assigned Perform manual work and lift materials weighing 60 lbs. or less This list is representative of those duties and responsibilities that are required of this position. However, the list is not to be considered as all-inclusive.

Requirements

Ability to perform manual work and lift materials weighing 60 lbs. or less
Ability to perform outdoor work in a variety of climate conditions
Ability to respond to emergency call-in situations
Ability to maintain campus lawns and flower beds
Ability to prune and cultivate plants, shrubs and ornamental trees
Ability to maintain athletic fields, baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, track areas and tennis courts
Ability to use hand tools and snow blowers to remove snow and ice from stairs, walks and ramps
Ability to install asphalt or concrete and other construction materials
Education: A high school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience: 2 years of related experience in general grounds keeping
Licenses: Valid and current United States Driver’s License Required, Massachusetts Hoisting License 1C/2A Required, DOT Medical Certificate

Responsibilities

Perform outdoor work in a variety of climate conditions
Respond to emergency call-in situations
Maintain campus lawns and flower beds
Prune and cultivate plants, shrubs and ornamental / non ornamental trees
Maintain athletic fields, to include but not limited to: baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, track areas and tennis courts
Plow, brush, treat and maintain all surfaces before, during, and after all snow/storm events
Use hand tools and snow blowers to remove snow and ice from stairs, walks and ramps
Install, repair, and maintain asphalt or concrete and other construction materials
Perform Trash pickup/maintenance and litter control
Act as a member of cross functional team, play an important role in major University events, including Commencement, Reunion, Open Houses, Move In, Move Out, etc.
Other duties as assigned
Perform manual work and lift materials weighing 60 lbs. or less