Groundskeeper 1A

Position Title : Groundskeeper 1A

Job Description :

POSITION TITLE : Groundskeeper

STATUS : Part-time

DEPARTMENT : Facility Services

DIVISION : Administrative Services

CLASSIFICATION : Non-exempt

UNION : Facility Services-SEIU

REPORTS TO : Superintendent, Roads and Grounds

PLACEMENT : Buildings and Grounds Level, 1A

HIRING RANGE : $17.45 per hour starting, $17,75 after probation, & $18.17 after one year

Competitive starting pay is dependent on education and experience. JJC offers regular full-time positions a variety of fringe benefits including retirement benefits, holidays, personal time, and other discounts / reimbursement for classes.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA / EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, the part-time Groundskeeper’s primary responsibility is to support full-time Groundskeepers. This responsibility includes performing a wide variety of groundskeeping duties in order to provide a clean, orderly, and safe environment. Part-time Groundskeepers completes related work as assigned and required, and displays knowledge of safe operation of equipment while maintaining the level of safety required and exhibited by JJC and OSHA requirements.

Groundskeeper works with a team to water, mow, and maintain campus grounds as directed. Performs routine groundskeeper functions of the assigned common areas; reports needed repairs and / or maintenance to the appropriate party. Will also sweep parking lots and roadways, pick up trash, and may assist on other projects as directed. Work is primarily outdoors and will involve the use of power equipment such as lawnmowers, edger, string trimmer, and leaf blowers. Assures assigned work is completed in a safe, professional, and efficient manner. Accountable for prompt and efficient customer service.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. General upkeep of the exterior campus facilities.

2. Snow removal from campus sidewalks and assigned areas.

3. Assist in preparing for athletic and other special events on campus.

4. Safe operation and general maintenance of equipment such as; commercial mowers, sprayers, chain saws, 4x4 trucks, string trimmers, utility vehicles, and all related equipment.

5. Safe and accurate application of chemicals, fertilizers and pesticide products as listed on the label.

6. Install and maintain campus landscapes.

7. Communicate all information necessary and report all damage of exterior campus facilities and equipment to the Superintendent of Roads & Grounds.

8. Receive training for grounds care.

9. This position will require 24-hour on-call status during snow removal season (approx. Mid-November to Mid-April).

10. Follows all applicable safety work rules and best practices, avoids unnecessary risks, and utilizes appropriate PPE.

11. Follow all job policies and procedures.

12. All other related job duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Possess and maintain a minimum of a valid class "C" Non-CDL Illinois Driver's License or obtain such license within the ninety (90) calendar day probationary period.

3. Possess a valid Illinois Pesticide Operator's License or obtain such license within the ninety (90) calendar day probationary period.

4. Must pass physical examination including lifting 50 lbs. from ground to waist high.

5. Capable of working from heights.

6. Ability to communicate effectively.

7. Ability to work with people of diverse personalities, education, and cultural background.

8. Proficiency in Outlook and the ability to communicate using emails, proper use of timeclock and proper input of time off request, and the ability to learn computer operations.

9. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.

10. Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Associates degree in Ornamental Horticulture.

2. Two years of successful experience in a related position preferred.

3. Midwest Ecological Prescription Burn Crew Member Certificate.

4. Illinois Pesticide Applicator license.

5. English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.

6. Demonstrated multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, use hands to finger, handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, climb ladders or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, see and hear, push / pull equipment and supplies.

2. Ability to lift, carry, stack, and maneuver objects on a regular basis with a minimum weight of 50 lbs. is required.

3. Vision requirements include close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

4. Ability to work from a ladder or power lift above ground to a height of 30 feet.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Work is indoors / outdoors.

2. The employee must be able to work safely in an environment containing chemicals, landscaping materials, dust and noise.

3. Frequently required to work under inclement weather conditions.

4. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

5. Display knowledge of safe operation of equipment while maintaining the level of safety required and exhibited by JJC and OSHA requirements.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 28 hours per week.

EQUIPMENT AND / OR MACHINES USED :

Power equipment such as edger, leaf blowers, commercial mowers, industrial tractors / loaders, trailers, sprayers, chain saws, 4x4 trucks, dump trucks, backhoe, string trimmers, irrigation equipment, utility vehicles and all related equipment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This part time position is considered a skilled position with direct supervision. Previous groundskeeper experience is required.

To be considered qualified for future promotions, candidates must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to perform essential job duties and key responsibilities with the level of supervision of the position applied for, achieved a minimum performance review rating that “meets expectations” for each performance factor, meet attendance expectations with a history of punctuality, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and positively contribute to the department’s culture.

Benefits

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Scheduled Hours :

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