Groundskeeper
University of North Florida

Job Info

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Job Title:

Groundskeeper

Position Number:

342770

Requisition Number:

B07698

Position Type:

Support Staff Non Exempt

Class Code:

6394

Time-limited through:

N/A

Type of Appointment:

Full-Time

Faculty Position Sub-Type:

N/A

Length of Appointment:

N/A

Internal Recruitment?:

No

Working Hours:

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Department:

Housing / Residence Life

Organization:

Housing / Residence Life

Division:

Student Affairs

College:

College of Arts and Sciences

Approved Hiring Salary Range:

$21,924.00 to Negotiable

Pay Basis:

Annually

Equal Opportunity:

In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie:

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University's collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF's mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.

Faculty Initiatives:

The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.

General Description / Primary Purpose:

This is work performing landscape maintenance duties including, but not restricted to trash collection, maintenance of indoor and outdoor public areas including courtyards, postal areas, dumpster areas and Housing area proper.

Job Function:

• Daily empty trash containers located in Housing areas, clean trash cans and empty. Maintain the courtyard by removing any trash or debris. Keep the dumpster/recycling area clean and maintained. Remove any trash or debris from the courtyards, stairwells in and around Housing Area. As directed, clean the outdoor cooking grills in and around the Housing Area.
• As directed, use the "leaf blower" to clean debris from the A/C units in Osprey Village.
• As directed, use the gas-powered vacuum to maintain the courtyards and parking lots.
• Weed Eating, Edging Asphalt, & Cement Surfaces:
  • Edge all sidewalks, borders, parking lots, curbs & other permanent turf-adjoining surfaces throughout campus
  • Weed eat areas where no mower can reach
  • Check for proper fluid levels & operation before each use
  • Check for proper fluid levels and operation before each use
  • Wear eye & hearing protection
  • Clean equipment when work is complete
  • Possess the ability to carry a weed eater or blower for a period of time

• Plant Bed Maintenance:
  • Weed plant beds throughout the housing areas
  • Rework soil in plant beds as needed by adding fertilizer, peat and other amendments
  • Mulch plant beds
  • Wear eye & hearing protection
  • Trim trees & bushes properly
  • Clean equipment when work is complete
  • Possess the ability to carry a weed eater or blower for period of time
• Equipment/Shop Maintenance:
  • Inspect the vehicle assigned and maintain proper records
  • Follow required PM schedule
  • Use assigned vehicle only in the performance of assigned duties
  • Return assigned vehicle to maintenance area daily
  • Assist in minor equipment adjustments and repairs
  • Provide other service to equipment adjustments and repairs
  • Assist loading/unloading/moving bags of fertilizer, pesticide & grass seed
• Landscape Construction
  • Operate a sod cutter or a vibrating packer, checking for proper fluid levels & operation before each use
  • Use rake, shovels & other hand tools for finish grading work
  • Plant trees & bushes, lays sod, & mulch beds
  • Remove dead/dying/unwanted trees and plants
  • Clean up debris when job is complete
  • Possess the ability to control awkward powerful equipment when in use in uneven terrain
• This position is designated as a Tier 2 respondent for designated campus emergencies and events. In the event of a declared campus emergency, the position incumbent will make every effort to return to campus when directed.

Marginal Functions:

Raking leaves Special projects/event work Work orders Assist with campus maintenance Moving furniture in an area or between areas

Required Qualifications:

Completion of ninth (9th) grade required; HS Diploma preferred. Some positions may require possession of a classified driver's license appropriate to the type of vehicle operated.

Faculty Position Required Qualifications:

N/A

Departmental Requirements:

Completion of ninth (9th) grade required; HS Diploma preferred. Some positions may require possession of a classified driver's license appropriate to the type of vehicle operated.

Statement(s) of Understanding Definition:

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a "Responsible Employee" pursuant to their role
under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual
misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student,
employee, contractor, or visitor to the University's Title IX Administrator or any divisional
Title IX Coordinator.

Required Licensure or Certification:

N/A

Machines/Equipment used regularly:

Blower

Anticipated Start Date:

11/15/2021

Job Posting Date:

10/19/2021

Application Review Date:

11/02/2021

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Point of Contact Information:

Samantha Lento 904-620-4679

Hiring Official:

Crews, Steven

Location if not Jacksonville:

N/A

Special Instructions:

Applicants must complete an online application at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who do not apply online will not be considered for this position. Once you submit your completed application you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Sam Lento at (904) 620-4679 or at s.lento@unf.edu.

Quicklink:

https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/18296

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