Groundskeeper

Overview

Position vacancy Announcement: Florida A&M University is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Groundskeeper vacancy.SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION

Duties

PLEASE NOTE: This position is an essential position that is expected to function during emergency situations. 70% Perform general grounds keeping maintenance tasks on University properties:

• Lawn maintenance: mowing, edging, raking, debris removal, power blowers

• Weed Control: weeding, mechanical removal and chemical application

• Litter/debris control: removal of litter/debris from assigned areas

• General plant maintenance: pruning, fertilizing, watering and chemical and mechanical pest control

15% Perform other miscellaneous tasks including, but not limited to:

• Transplanting plant materials

• Soil excavation and removal

5% Insure that all manual and power equipment are in proper working condition and report maintenance needs to the supervisor. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS 5% Prepare athletic fields and areas for games and practices. 3% Perform minor irrigation installation and repair. 2% Perform other related duties as required in order to meet the needs of the University. WORKING HOURS Daily from 7:00am to 4:00pm Total hours per week 40.0 Explain any variations in work week, split shifts, on-call status, or rotations. PLEASE NOTE: This position is an essential position that is expected to function during emergency situations. MONETARY RESPONSIBILITY N/A STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONFIDENTIAL DATA Discretion must be exercised in dealing with sensitive information while operating under the Florida Sunshine Law.

Skills

• Knowledge of different hand tools such as shovels, rakes, lawn rollers, saws, pruners, hoses, hand trowels, tamps, and brooms

• Knowledge of operating tractors, Cushman vehicles, rot tillers, hydraulic sprayers, lawn sweepers, stump grinders, and pick up trucks

• Ability to use different hand tools

• Ability to operate different vehicles and heavy equipment

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

• Ability to be tactful and work independently

• Ability to bend, kneel and lift a minimum of 25 pounds

• Ability to stand for a minimum of two (2) hours without a break

• Ability to work outside in North Florida temperature extremes

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

REQUIRED LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS / OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW This position requires a background check and/or fingerprinting. This position requires licensure, certification or other special requirements described below. Valid Driver's LicenseUniversity Support Personnel Services (USPS) positions are career service jobs where terms and conditions are generally recognized through collective bargaining agreements and/or state statute. In accordance with Florida Statute 112.219, relevant work experience may substitute for the required education: 4 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s, or 6 years in lieu of a Master’s.

How to apply

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Workday. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law. Conditions of Employment: Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment. Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment. Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation. Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771. Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University: Florida A&M University is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans': Preference will be given to eligible Veterans’ and spouses of Veterans' as required by Florida Statutes.