Groundskeeper I Western Michigan University

Job Description:

• Removes trash, rubbish, biohazards, and debris from grounds, walkways, parking lots and structures, external receptacles, and other surfaces and structures in assigned areas/regions.
• Maintains shrub beds and tree wells, removing leaves and other debris, turning dirt and/or mulch, and trimming edges.
• Weeds and waters flower beds and waters lawns and other grassy areas, as well as areas of groundcover and other plantings.
• Mows and trims lawns and other grassy areas, and prepares plant beds for planting/installation of trees and shrubbery.
• During winter months, removes snow and ice from walkways, porches, steps, and other structures.
• Daily maintenance of campus grounds, greenery and landscaping.
• Sets up indoor and outdoor facilities for University events.
• May assist in removing dead or diseased trees, shrubs, or other plantings; trimming and removing dead or damaged limbs; installing major plantings and new trees and shrubs; and other care and maintenance of flora on campus.
• Maintains the work area, all tools, all equipment, all supplies, and any assigned vehicles in a neat, clean, and orderly condition, and performs all work in accordance with established safety practices.
• Performs appropriate operational checks of all power tools and equipment before, during, and after each use.
• This position performs additional duties as requested by supervisory personnel.

Short Job Description:

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and safety regulations regarding the performance of job duties and ability to understand and comply with oral instructions.
• Sufficient writing ability.
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license.
• Obtain a valid Michigan Department of Agriculture Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License, with ornamental (category 3B), and right-of-way (category 6) endorsements by the end of their 40 day training period.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job and use the tools of the trade.
• Ability to complete a physical examination administered by the employer's designated physician.

Job Ref: S1140P

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