Southern

Polytechnic

      State University           University System of Georgia                                  POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

 

GROUNDSKEEPER II (Facilities Services)                                                                                  08–287

 

APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit a SPSU employment application, a letter of interest and a current resume to: Human Resources, Southern Polytechnic State University, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, Georgia 30060-2896 or submit in person Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  only.  (Please note: Background checks will be required for all final candidates selected for employment)

 

POSITION SUMMARY

This is normal laboring work of more than ordinary difficulty in the performance of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks of a physically demanding nature.  Work involves the performance of duties which are of a routine nature and are performed with some degree of independence.  The more skilled tasks, however, are performed under closer supervision.  The Groundskeeper II reports to the Horticulturist.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1.                   Oversees and works with a small group of Groundskeepers performing related work.

2.                   Operates vehicles and some light construction equipment, involving responsibilities for safe and efficient operation.

3.                   Performs unskilled and semi-skilled tasks such as: maintaining grounds, shrubbery, and lawns.

4.                   Digs ditches, sets sign posts, mixes cement and patches roads and walks.

5.                   Performs general laboring tasks in mowing grass; cleaning grounds and paved areas of trash and other debris; raking and removing grass, brush, and leaves; planting trees and shrubs; preparing flower beds and planting flowers; pruning shrubs; using power and hand tools as required.

6.                   Sprays lawn, shrubs, and trees with fertilizers and pesticides.

7.                   Waters lawn and shrubs during dry periods, using hoses or by activating fixed or portable sprinkler systems.

8.                   Performs other duties as assigned.

 

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

  1. Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather.
  2. Ability to supervise small groups of employees.
  3. Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions, interpret campus maps and basic drawings.
  4. Ability to use a variety of standard power and hand tools safely and efficiently.

5.   Must be able to perform constant, intense physical labor; move and use equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Must be able to perform duties requiring push/pull activity, hand/finger coordination, constant repetitive motion of wrist, arm and shoulder; reach climb, balance, crouch, twist and kneel; work with chemicals, dust, fumes and odors associated with grounds work and the outdoor environment; must be able to wear safety and protective equipment as needed.

  1. Good observation skills in addressing grounds needs.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to the completion of the eighth grade. Some experience in grounds and landscape work. Occasional mandatory overtime. Must have a valid Georgia driver’s license.

 

DAYS/HOURS: Monday – Friday; 7:00am – 4:00pm

                            

SALARY:           $8.71/hr

 

Southern Polytechnic State University, a member of the University System of Georgia, is a residential university with approximately 4,200 students pursuing bachelors and masters degrees in many of the nation’s fastest growing technology fields. The university, located one mile west of 1-75’s Exit 263, is just 20 minutes northwest of downtown Atlanta. Southern Polytechnic is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer v University System of Georgia.

                                                                                                                                                                Posted: March 7, 2008