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Job Title:  

Groundskeeper

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000002026

Number of Openings:

1

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$41,080.00/YR

Job Description:

This job is a full time, benefited, FLSA non-exempt position in the Technology & Operations that reports to the Grounds Manager.

Schedule: Monday- Friday, 5:30 AM - 2:30 PM (Occasional Saturdays)

Minimum Qualifications: (Job Code 30520)
Any combination of training and experience, which would have enabled the applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities

Preferred Qualifications: 

In addition to the minimum qualifications, Associate Degree or Diploma in Horticulture.  Ability to follow both written and oral instruction quickly and accurately.  1-2 years’ experience in a production landscape maintenance/installation environment. Experience with troubleshooting, repairing, and installing irrigation systems. Experience with troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining landscape maintenance equipment. Ability to use word processing, email, spreadsheets and internet resources to enhance communication, recordkeeping and research.  1-2 years’ experience in a progressively responsible role in a production landscape maintenance/installation environment. 

Job Description Summary:

• Maintains the campus grounds in an attractive and orderly condition by mowing the turf around campus,
• Removing leaves and debris, planting seasonal color and performing other related tasks.
• Performs operator checks and maintenance on grounds equipment.
• May supervise work-study students and unskilled landscape labor.
• May require response to campus outside normal working hours, which include responding to emergencies. 
• Demonstrates eagerness to learn and assume responsibility; seeks out and accepts increased responsibility; displays a "can do" approach to work.
• Shows persistence and seeks alternatives when obstacles arise; seeks alternative solutions; does things before being asked or forced to by events.
• Works within the system in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals; shows flexibility in response to process change and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures.  
• Accepts direction and feedback from supervisors and follows through appropriately.
• Works when scheduled; begins and ends work as expected; calls in according to policy when arriving late for work or when absent; observes provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately.

If offered a position, employees in this department must complete the Hazardous Materials Training as well as the Bloodborne & Airborne Pathogen training annually and complete Pre-employment Drug Screen.

Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior.

Duties/Responsibilities:          

Percentage of Time:

• Effectively operates commercial landscaping equipment to maintain and beautify assigned campus areas, ensuring grounds are well-kept, safe, and visually appealing. (65%)
• Demonstrates proficiency in the safe and effective operation of heavy landscaping equipment, including skid steers, zero-turn mowers, tractors with front-end loaders, street blowers, wood chippers, and aerators, to consistently maintain and enhance campus grounds to a high standard of excellence. (10%)
• Safely and responsibly applies insecticides and herbicides for pest and weed management, strictly following product label instructions. (5%)
• Maintains required records of time spent each day by task category. Performs related support functions as requested. (2%)
• Cleans and maintains shop, tools, and all related equipment. (2%)
• Maintains equipment fluids, performs routine equipment maintenance, troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems and makes necessary repairs. (10%)
• Designs and installs new landscape plantings, hardscape and maintain irrigation system. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned in the fulfillment of the needs, philosophy, and purpose of Gwinnett Technical College. (1%)

Physical Demands:      Frequency

(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

• Requires operation, access, or control of financial resources. (N)
• Requires having a P-Card. (N)
• Driving is a responsibility of this position. (O)
• This position will have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care. (N)
• This position will have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications). (O)
• This position is a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires the ability to adjust or move objects up to 15 pounds in all directions with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires the ability to repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• This position requires the ability to operate machinery and/or power tools with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment with or without reasonable accommodation. (C)
• Noisy environments. (C)
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. (O)
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. (O)
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without reasonable accommodation. (O)
• Work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. (C)
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. (C)

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and Human Resources may begin scheduling interviews as applications are received. This position will remain open until a successful candidate has been selected and hired. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the interview process may begin before all applications are reviewed. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview. Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview.

As set forth in its student catalog, Gwinnett Technical College complies with the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. The following person has been designated to manage inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Lisa Richardson, Title IX, and Section 504 Coordinator, 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Building 100/A, Room 515, Lawrenceville, GA 30043, 678-226-6691,

LRichardson@GwinnettTech.edu

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Minimum Qualifications:

No experience required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.