Groundskeeper I - Facilities Management

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION: TITLE: Groundskeeper I: JOB SUMMARY: Performs moderately heavy manual work in the care and maintenance of grounds. Work involves the care and maintenance of plants, shrubs, lawns and assisting with the installation and maintenance of sprinkler systems. Work is performed under supervision according to specific instructions and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to: Assistant Supervisor, Landscape Services, Groundskeeper II & Groundskeeper III. Supervises: No supervisory responsibilities: ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following: Maintains lawns by grading and raking soil, planting and watering grass, fertilizing and mowing turf, trims grass around trees, posts, signs and buildings. Cares for plants by preparing beds, planting, watering, hoeing, fertilizing, pruning and spraying; cuts and trims grass using small power mowers, tractors, riding mowers and edgers. Picks up all trash and rubbish on grounds and maintains appearance...