Landscape Worker (Multiple Positions Available) Job at Marshall University in Po

Landscape Worker (Multiple Positions Available)

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Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley.

Position Information

Position Title: Landscape Worker (Multiple Positions Available)

Banner Position Number: 001216

E-Class: CN - Class Nonexempt FT .53 or >

Classification Title: Landscape Worker

Department: Facilities & Operations Admin - MU5200

Job Description:
Performs routine and directed grounds and landscape maintenance of University property. Operates vehicles, equipment, and tools common to landscaping and grounds maintenance including snow and ice removal. Removes trash from trash receptacles and polices campus for debris and litter. Performs work associated with event set-up and tear-down. Valid Driver's License is required.

Duties:

• Performs regular and directed grounds and landscape maintenance by mowing lawns with riding or push mowers; trimming and edging around trees, shrubs, ground cover, flowers, sidewalks and buildings; weeding, thinning and cleaning flower beds and other grounds by hand or utilizing proper tools and equipment.
• Water lawns, shrubs and ornamental gardens as needed.
• Leaf removal, mulching, spreading of topsoil.
• Planting and maintaining seasonal plants, flowers, grass, shrubs, bushes, trees, etc.
• Application of lime, fertilizer, etc. as instructed by Supervisor.
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged limbs, branches, or twigs.
• Removes trash and debris from public areas by regularly inspecting grounds, drains, manhole covers, etc., for debris. Empties outside trash receptacles.
• Sweeps and cleans main entrances to buildings, sidewalks, plazas and streets with broom, blower or mechanical means.
• Operates various types of equipment, hand and power tools such as: backhoe, single axle dump truck (Non CDL), pickup truck, fork truck, farm tractor, ATV’s and UTV’s, salt spreaders, dollies, hand-trucks, sod cutters, rototillers, jackhammers, blowers, vacuums, riding mowers, spreaders, brooms, edging tools, walk-behind mowers, power trimmers, chainsaws, pole saws, rakes, picks, etc.
• Installation and securing of landscape block, cleaning out ditches/troughs, lifts and carries landscaping materials.
• Installs and performs construction with asphalt, concrete, blacktop, cement, sculpture stone, brick, etc., as required in normal road and grounds maintenance.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in grounds keeping.
• Responds and participates in storm clean up or other emergencies either natural or man made.
• Required weekend work/overtime for athletic events, student activities, and emergency call out situations.
• Performs event work (loading, transportation, unloading and set-up) and rearrangement of tents, tables, chairs, podiums, etc. campus-wide (both on and off campus).
• Remove snow/ice via mechanical (ie; blade/brush), manual (ie; shovel/broom) and chemical (ice melt) means from sidewalks, campus walkways, building entrances and plazas up to exterior doors.

Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: No experience required; 2 years of landscaping experience or grounds keeping role preferred.

Location: MU - Marshall University

Salary Range: $21,350 - $24,900; Salary may be increased based off education, experience, and internal equity.

Salary Grade: 1

Salary Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information:

Posting Number: MU0919NE

Open Date: 08/01/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions Summary:

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No