Facilities Groundskeeper

This position maintains campus grounds as assigned and keeps all walkways, roadways, parking lots, and landscapes neat, clean and presentable and free of trash, fallen leaves, snow, and ice. The incumbent will operate hand and power tools and light mechanized equipment such as power mowers, tractor mowers, trenching devices, forklifts, and hoists. Assigned work such as moving, pruning, trimming, edging, leaf removal, and de-icing may fluctuate by season.

Essential Functions:

Seasonal Grounds Care (45%):

· Mow lawns, edge, whip, aerate, thatch, fertilize, maintain planter beds.

· Perform tasks such as planting, weeding, sweeping, raking, salting, etc.

· Remove snow and ice as needs arise or sand and de-ice.

· Clean and upkeep sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, ornamental beds, etc.

· Operate various types of equipment including power mowers, blowers, saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, sprayers, etc.

Trash Clean-Up and General Maintenance (25%):

· Keep the college campus free of trash debris and litter to present a clean, neat, and attractive environment.

· Ensure trash containers are in their proper place and emptied on a regularly scheduled basis.

Daily Operations, Projects, and Events (15%):

· Carry out small assignments that may arise in the day-to-day operation at the college, such as but not limited to the following:

o Clean debris and trash from around the campus fountains.

o Assist in setting up special events and regularly schedule events such as commencement, registration, open houses, honors convocations, and campus clean-up after such events.

o Assist in the moving of furniture, lab equipment, athletic equipment, or any other items that must be moved for the general operation of the College.

o Aid the various maintenance trades in general clean-up of job sites.

Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance (10%):

· Drives and operates various campus vehicles.

· Performs periodic maintenance and makes minor repairs on tools, equipment, and vehicles to maximize efficiency and life span.

Other Duties as Assigned (10%):

· Complete required forms and paperwork as needed.

· Report broken and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.

Qualifications

Desired Education, Skills, and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent education, OR 12 months of equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Ability to: follow oral and written instructions; read and understand written instructions, directions, and assembly schematics; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to operate and perform preventive maintenance on equipment used in grounds maintenance work; maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, employees, vendors, and the public; perform basic maintenance on grounds equipment; plan and schedule routine grounds service activities; safely and properly operate a wide variety of grounds maintenance tools and equipment. General knowledge of gardening and landscape methods, techniques, material and equipment; methods, materials, and tools used in ground services work; identification and eradication of common weeds, pests, and plant diseases associated with gardening; health and safety practices applicable to grounds maintenance work. You must possess a valid driver’s license.

Barton College is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and welcomes all applicants. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Any claims of discrimination for Title IX or otherwise should be directed to our Director of Title IX & Campus Relations, Corey Coley, at P.O. Box 5000, Wilson, NC 27893, or at 252-399-6319 or cocoley@barton.edu.