This is a semi-skilled position to care for the grounds of a state institution, facility, or public building. Work involves upkeep of the appearance and general care of the University grounds and athletic fields. May include seasonal work with a small group of employees or at an individual pace Work involves considerable physical and manual labor throughout the year including being exposed to the elements Required Qualifications Knowledge of groundskeeping and simple care of lawns, flowers, tree... more details
Student Worker - Groundskeeper Assistant - Academic Year 2024-2025
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Position Information
Requisition Number
Stu299P
Position Type
Student Worker
Department
Department of Student Workers
Job Title
Student Worker - Groundskeeper Assistant - Academic Year 2024-2025
Classification
Student Worker
Pay Rate
Starting rate $9.00/hr
Position Summary Information
Hours per week
Up to 30 hrs/week
Days Worked
Flexible
Hours/Shift worked
Flexible
Posting Detail Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
This is a semi-skilled position to care for the grounds of a state institution, facility, or public building. Work involves upkeep of the appearance and general care of the University grounds and athletic fields. May include seasonal work with a small group of employees or at an individual pace Work involves considerable physical and manual labor throughout the year including being exposed to the elements
Required Qualifications
Knowledge of groundskeeping and simple care of lawns, flowers, trees, and common shrubs.
Knowledge of the potential hazards of toxic chemical pesticides and herbicides, and the safety precautions required to minimize these hazards.
Ability to participate in planting, watering, sodding, spraying and trimming and cleaning work in lawns, gardens and walks.
Able to work outdoors being exposed to the elements and performing physical labor.
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Successful interview.
Successful completion of driver’s license check.
Preferred Qualifications
Valid driver’s license.
Job Duties
Participates in planting, watering, sodding, spraying and trimming and cleaning work on lawns, gardens and walks.
Participates in the maintenance and marking of athletic fields.
Removes dirt, rubbish, snow, leaves and other refuse and maintains roads, lawns, sheds, benches and parking places.
Prepares reports and keeps records of time, materials and equipment.
Performs related work as required.
All other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Moderate amount of physical effort required.
Moderate exposure to physical risks.
Ability to sit/stand for long lengths of time
Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 50 pounds
This position requires working in ice, snow, rain, and sunny conditions, and other adverse working conditions.
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment when necessary, hard hats, respirators, eye protection, hearing protection, etc.
Posting Open Date
04/26/2024
Posting Close Date
08/30/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Cover letter and resume are optional. We encourage you to upload your class schedule, which will help us to assist you with determining the best working hours during your academic and extra-curricular schedule.
Quicklink for Posting/Requisition
https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/11676
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Class Schedule
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Other Document 1
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Are you currently attending Millersville University or will be at the time of employment?
Yes
No
* What days/hours are you available to work?
(Open Ended Question)
* What is your current major/minor?
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you currently on Millersville University Student Payroll?
YES - I have another job on campus and am in the student payroll system.
IN PROCESS - I am in the process of completing new hire paperwork with the Student Payroll Office for another job on campus.
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