Temporary Pool- Grounds Worker (Facilities Operations)

• Assist with upkeep of the grounds to provide beautification to the entire campus.
• Perform grounds maintenance (cutting grass, edging and trimming lawns, planting and pruning shrubs and trees, weeding shrub beds, snow and ice removal, etc.); cleans campus of debris, dig ditches, installs fences and sign posts; and performs manual tasks (moving and hauling furniture and other materials including chemicals and gases manually or otherwise, etc.) according to instructions.
• Set up and breaks down furniture, stages, materials and equipment for special events and activities.
• Operate most small engine grounds maintenance tools and machinery.
• Practice safe operating procedures with equipment, around students, vehicles and facilities; attends safety meetings, wears personal protective clothing.

Temporary pools are open quarterly. for consideration for future pools, applicants will need to reapply each quarter.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Grounds Department plants and maintains our beautiful grounds, impressing students and parents with its beauty.

This department is also responsible for trash removal, scheduling and hauling of items on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and setup for special events.

Work Hours Work week based on need and weather conditions. May include early morning, evenings, and weekends. Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies