TITLE
Groundskeeper I
JOB SUMMARY
Performs moderately heavy manual work in the care and maintenance of grounds. Work involves the care and maintenance of plants, shrubs, lawns and assisting with the installation and maintenance of sprinkler systems. Work is performed under supervision according to specific instructions and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Assistant Supervisor, Landscape Services, Groundskeeper II & Groundskeeper III.
Supervises: No supervisory responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
EDUCATION
Prefer completion of the tenth grade.
EXPERIENCE
No experience required. Six months experience preferred.
REQUIREMENTS
Valid driver's license issued by the State of Texas and a safe driving record such as required to attain Driver's Authorization through the university.
Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
The employee may be required to travel. The employee must have the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable. May be required to work in conditions including cold, heat, temperature swings, noise, outdoors and indoors, in trenches, and around mechanical, electrical, explosive, fume/odor, dust/mites, chemical, and/or waste hazards. May be required to work in locations that involve hazardous environments requiring protective equipment that conforms to OSHA regulations and some physical discomfort due to temperature, dust and noise.
SAFETY
TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident