This position requires the design and implementation of Landscaping throughout Campus. The position will also maintain and care for existing Landscaping including plant and tree health, drainage and Architectural elements. The position requires skill in drafting Landscape plans, using survey instruments and heavy equipment as well as knowledge of plant and tree varieties that will be successful on Campus. This position also requires skills used in excavation, utility location, material removal and placement, snow and ice remediation and lawn care.

Rate: $17.00 per hours, 40 hours per week

Requirements:Formal Education:Technical degree in related field. Horticulture, Landscape Development, Landscape Architecture or comparable experienceExperience:Three years of experience in Landscape design and developmentExperience with heavy equipment and other tools of the trade as well as skills in snow removal and general grounds maintenanceAdditional Knowledge/Skills:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Must have good interpersonal, communication, organizational and analytical skillsAbility to run and understand various types of equipment, including, but not limited to, man-lifts, forklifts, backhoes, dump trucks, snow plows, loaders, surveying equipment and lawn care equipmentMust be computer literate and able to draft preliminary plansMust have Horticulture knowledge as to indigenous plant and tree species and maintaining plant healthMust be skilled in the use of surveying and measuring equipment as well as utility locators and GPSEssential Functions:With or without reasonable accommodations the incumbent must be able to read and write and speak the English language at a college level, be capable of performing sometimes complex mathematical calculations, statistical calculations and other higher mathematical operations, must be able to communicate with all levels of the institution in written and spoken formThe individual must be able to work independentlyThe ability to maintain regular and prompt attendance is essential to the successful performance of this positionOther essential functions may be requiredPhysical Environment:
Personal Protective Equipment must be worn when required.  A respiratory function test and the ability to use respirators may be required.  Stairs and uneven surfaces may be present; Artificial lifts, etc. may or may not be available.  The position may require the incumbent to walk outdoors in all types of weather to other buildings or offices located on the campus.  The Campus is located in an area that contains numerous hills and slopes and may not always be fully accessible for mobility impaired individuals.

Job Responsibilities:Lead other personnel and participate in the installation, maintenance, and repair of all Campus Landscaping                  Provide continuity of leadership during Supervisors absencePurchase equipment and supplies and maintain inventory necessary to the Operation of the department      Operate all applicable heavy equipment including, Backhoe, Loaders, Dump Trucks, ExcavatorsOperate and maintain all applicable small equipmentLegibly draft new landscaping projects and keep records of landscapingRead and understand Architectural Landscape and utility plans and drawingsOperate magnetic locatorsSafely operate all snow and ice removal equipment from dump trucks to small plowsProvide equipment and furniture moving as neededProvide assistance to the Athletic department for scheduled events and all Admissions and Provost eventsProvide Athletic Field maintenance and care as neededProvide Arborist care and maintenance throughout CampusProvide assistance on utility maintenance and repair with interdepartmental personnelOperate all forklifts on campus as needed for material handlingOperate Bucket Truck safely for any needed elevated taskFacilitate contractors on Campus relative to this job scopeSupervise student workersMust be skilled in the installation of retaining walls, brick pavers and natural stoneUnderstand and install irrigation equipment and systemsMaintains a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environmentSafety: Participate in safety training and comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocolsPerform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned​​​​​​​

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