Utility Worker 2 - Grounds & Landscape

Columbia Basin College•Wa 99301, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Columbia Basin College ("CBC" or the "College") seeks a Utility Worker 2 to perform skilled work in the maintenance of institution grounds, landscapes, athletic fields, nursery and/or greenhouse. This position will also perform semi-skilled work in maintaining or repairing grounds, buildings, facilities and equipment. This position reports to the Buildings & Grounds Supervisor A.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
One (1) year of experience performing manual work in maintenance, repair, remodeling, construction of buildings, facilities, utility and sewer systems, equipment and/or grounds
Current Washington State Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicator License (Public Operator with Weed Control) or attainable within six (6) months of hire
Valid U.S. driver's license or ability to obtain one before date of hire
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Operate personal computer with general understanding of application software
Ability to learn office and College-specific software
Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations
Listen and get clarification
Respond well to questions
Demonstrate group presentation skills
Participate in meetings
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness
Look for ways to improve and promote quality
Apply feedback to improve performance
Monitor own work to ensure quality
Observe safety and security procedures
Determine appropriate action beyond guidelines
Report potentially unsafe conditions
Use equipment and materials properly
Assess own strengths and weaknesses
Pursue training and development opportunities
Strive to continuously build knowledge and skills
Share expertise with others
Demonstrates a willingness to work with and support others in completing assignments, accepts constructive feedback, and cooperates with coworkers and supervisors
Shows alignment with CBC Shared Commitments by treating others with respect, communicating and collaborating effectively, pursuing growth and learning, valuing and celebrating contributions, prioritizing wellness, and holding self and others accountable
Reflecting CBC's mission, vision and values, support initiatives that expand the human qualities that differentiate our workplace and educational setting
Demonstrate and advocate an understanding of differences, open mindedness, compassion, sensitivity and interest in differing viewpoints given the diverse population and show a deep commitment to the involvement of colleagues, students and community members to student experience and success honoring freedom of expression as fundamental to personal, professional and organizational growth

Responsibilities

Apply pesticides and follow label instructions for all applications, maintaining accurate records
Perform all types of ground maintenance; prepare soil for planting; plant seeds, bulbs, plants, trees and shrubs; perform all duties related to creation and maintenance of lawns; transplant all types of nursery stock; rake and remove leaves; pull, hoe and control weeds; prune, spray and fertilize trees, shrubs and ground covers
May assist heavy equipment operators and with the direction of Department of Corrections work crew
Operate motorized equipment such as trucks, forklifts, tractors, mowers, and power tools for landscaping, snow removal, and construction/parking lot maintenance, while also cleaning, maintaining, and repairing tools and equipment
May run sprinkler system from computer; may assist with computer set up
Perform semi-skilled maintenance work on buildings, fixtures, grounds, fences, walkways and driveways
Install and repair sprinkler system for buildings and sports fields
Repair parking lots and sidewalks
Clean roofs, gutters and grounds
Change filters in HVAC equipment and assist with data and electrical installations
Perform snow removal operations including shoveling, plowing, applying ice melt and distributing traction sand
Load and unload trucks and move furniture, equipment, supplies and materials
Assemble new furniture
Maintain a safe and organized work environment
Perform the duties of a Utility Worker 1
Perform other related duties as assigned