Groundskeeper II or III

Groundskeeper II Or III

Under general supervision of the Grounds Manager, groundskeepers maintain and improve campus landscapes and ecosystems with a focus on reducing longer term maintenance and providing outdoor learning opportunities for the communities we serve; maintain campus safety including responding to adverse weather; support large campus events such as sports and concerts; ensure infrastructure such as irrigation and storm water systems are functioning properly; and actively participate in support of programs such as Tree Campus USA and Waste and Recycling management.

The Landscape and Grounds section of Facilities is responsible for minimizing the deterioration of campus grounds, maintaining the campus aesthetic, implementing campus landscape and grounds improvements, operating the recycling and solid waste programs, producing and reviewing plans and specifications for proposed construction projects, as well as evaluating finished construction as it relates to such specifications, and keeping the grounds free from physical hazards to campus users.

Duties may include but are not limited to : turf management; tree and shrub maintenance and installation; street and sidewalk maintenance; landscape design and construction; greenhouse production; flowerbed design and maintenance; irrigation system design, installation and maintenance; street, sidewalk, and entryway snow removal and alleviation of icy hazards; outdoor environmental safety; weed and outside pest control, equipment repair and maintenance; maintaining and producing landscape inventories and other detailed records; waste / recycling collection, hauling and disposal. Performing related duties as required.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, plus relevant post-secondary education in a landscape-horticulture / maintenance curriculum or related area and / or experience in a commercial grounds maintenance operation. To be considered for a Groundskeeper III, a minimum of 2 years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) experience in a large-scale grounds maintenance operation is required.

The successful candidate will consistently exercise initiative and good judgment. Effectively and safely operate work-related equipment and tools. Accurately follow written and oral instructions and procedures. Communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and clients in person, by phone, or electronically. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public and be a successful team player. Provide excellent customer service; and represent the department and MSU to others in a professional and courteous manner.

Must possess a valid driver's license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State / University vehicles. The work schedule is typically 6 : 00 a.m. to 2 : 30 p.m., Monday through Friday, but may vary greatly depending on departmental need. The person in this position may be called in for work at any time, particularly during the snow season. Snow removal operations may require a very early start time, with little prior warning. Weekend work will often be required.

Our benefits package includes : medical / dental / vision, retirement, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave, holiday pay. Essential duties of the position include the following : application of herbicides and pesticides; performing physically demanding work such as shoveling, post-pounding, etc.; transporting objects weighing up to 100 lbs., and working in dirty, dusty conditions, as well as inclement weather.

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.