Groundskeeper II

Groundskeeper II

Position Title : Groundskeeper II

Required Minimum Qualifications :

• Two years of experience operating the machinery and tools used in grounds work or any combination of related experience and education from which comparable knowledge and ability can be acquired which totals two years.
• Must have successfully completed commercial certification tests (30T-Ornamental and Turf) for application of pesticides and eligible to be certified.
• May be required to successfully complete other commercial certification tests as required.

Preferred Qualifications :

Job Description :

The Facilities Planning and Management Department at Iowa State University is seeking applicants for a Groundskeeper II. This position works on a team to maintain the university grounds so they retain an attractive appearance throughout the changing seasons. This position must maintain a valid Iowa Pesticide Applicator License (category 3OT and 6) to properly apply herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and fertilizers to annuals and perennials, turf, shrub beds, rock islands, and trees. Also responsible for accurately completing required state spray forms. This position requires the safe operation and maintenance of various equipment, including loaders, tractors, rollers, sod cutters, mowers, string trimmers, shovels and edgers. The Groundskeeper IIs are also responsible for performing snow and ice removal during winter months, which includes operating snow removal equipment, applying ice melt products, and working irregular hours as needed to ensure campus safety. The successful candidate will work well in a team environment, communicate effectively, and make safety a priority.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type : Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year : 12 Month

Work Period Time Type : Full time

Pay Grade : 08

Application Instructions :

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