<p>Description</p> <p>The University of Mount Union is seeking a Groundskeeper for an open position within the physical plant department.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Position Reports to: Grounds Supervisor in the Physical Plant Department</p> <p>Primary Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Operate push mowers and riding mowers performing regular lawn care duties of all University owned properties. </li><li>Trim lawn areas adjacent to sidewalks, parking lots, and landscaped bed areas using a string edge trimmer. </li><li>Operate other equipment including tractors, tow motor, standard shift trucks, and power washer. </li><li>Landscaping duties include leaf collection, planting flowers, trimming shrubs, weed control and pruning trees. </li><li>Assist with Garbage/recycling collection and care for all university signage. </li><li>Perform daily care and upkeep of all Grounds equipment. </li><li>During winter conditions, assist with snow and ice removal of all University buildings and grounds. </li><li>Duties include shoveling snow, spreading de-icing materials, operating a snow brush on a tractor and operating a truck with a snowplow. </li></ul> <p>The University provides professional training in all aspects of the Grounds keeping area. The Grounds Team is part of the Physical Plant Department with responsibilities for the care and upkeep of the 128-acre campus including 55 University owned buildings containing over 1.3 million square feet of building space.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications: Previous grounds keeping experience helpful but not required. Knowledge of trees, plants, and other horticulture helpful. This position requires extensive physical activity including lifting and maneuvering up to 80 pounds, bending, climbing stairs, operating equipment, and other similar duties. A positive work attitude and a willingness to work together as a team are essential. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Must be available to work any shift, if needed. A valid Ohio Driver's License is required to operate University vehicles.</p> <p>Descriptive Information</p> <p>The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. When requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.</p> <p>The University of Mount Union is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability, or genetic information in student admissions, financial aid, educational or athletic programs, or employment as now or may hereafter be required by university policy and federal or state law.</p> <p>This position is required to complete assigned University compliance training as communicated by the University.</p> <p>For benefit eligible positions, the University of Mount Union provides a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: free tuition, generous retirement contribution, medical/RX insurance through AultCare, dental and vision insurance, and group life and disability insurance. The University of Mount Union prides itself on its dedication to the health and well-being of its community and offers tobacco cessation resources, as all campus buildings and property are tobacco free.</p> <ul> <li>Participation in most benefit programs is optional and participation is effective after the completion of the formal enrollment process and after the appropriate waiting periods. A detailed explanation of benefits offered for this position is provided by Human Resources during on-campus interviews. </li></ul> <p>Employer University of Mount Union</p> <p>Address 1972 Clark Ave</p> <p>Alliance, Ohio, 44601</p> <p>Phone (330) 829-6560</p> <p>Website http://www.mountunion.edu/</p>