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Offer: Landscape Specialist:Job description:
Landscape SpecialistThe Landscape Specialist works with the Grounds Department and other campus groups to support the college community. this function is responsible for the care & maintenance of the campus grounds with specific attention to the general maintenance of lawn areas and both cultivated and naturalized landscape beds, as well as the general maintenance of walkways, roadways and parking lots. this function also supports snow and ice management operations and will assist with campus wide events all over the year.Work Days: Monday - Friday Shift Start/End Time: 6:30am - 3:00pm Hours Per Week: 40 (overtime and some weekends required) Weeks Per Year: 52 Position Title: Landscape Specialist Pay Status and Classification: Non-exempt, Regular Full-time manager: Grounds Manager Position Purpose: The Landscape Specialist works with the Grounds Department and other campus groups to support the college community. this function is responsible for the care & maintenance of the campus grounds with specific attention to the general maintenance of lawn areas and both cultivated and naturalized landscape beds, as well as the general maintenance of walkways, roadways and parking lots. this function also supports snow and ice management operations and will assist with campus wide events all over the year. Essential Responsibilities and tasks » Manage campus appearances and conditions: Operates a wide variety of Grounds Management-related hand-held and gas and electric outdoor power equipment to achieve a desired level of care, ranging from rakes and string trimmers, to commercial mowers and heavy equipment (articulated loaders, skid steers, etc). » Maintains cleanliness of an assigned area and equipment. This includes policing trash and emptying waste receptacles on a regular basis. Keeps walkways and roads in proper condition, e.g. repairs potholes and clearing of snow and ice. » Has a working expertise of plant material and its care.expertiseable in the planting, pruning and maintenance of trees, shrubs and other plants. Will assist in the installation and maintenance of landscape beds. Brings to the attention of the Grounds Manager trees and shrubs that require maintenance and carry out the recommendations when instructed to do so. » Assists with other Grounds related projects.This includes repairs to irrigation systems as needed, tree removal, leaf cleanup, and other projects as needed. » Shares On-Call coverage in the winter weather season and Weekend tasks while class is in session. Some weekends are required. » Attends seminars and other courses of study designed to improve job performance. Qualifications required » Associates in Applied Sciences Degree in Horticulture or related field preferred. Significant practice in grounds/parks/golf course maintenance will be considered in lieu of AAS degree. » 5 years practice in a position related to landscaping, park, golf course, nursery, or college campus grounds management. » Valid New York State DEC Pesticide Applicator or Technician or able to become one within one year from hire. » Valid New York State Driver's License. Working Conditions: » capability to work independently and as part of a team. » Carrying, kneeling, walking. » capability to lift 50 pounds. » Required to work in all types of weather conditions. » capability to work evenings, weekends and overtime as required. » Responsible for following all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner including but not limited to wearing PPE required for specific tasks and safe handling of chemicals as required. Compensation: The hourly range for this job offer is $21-$23 per hour. Except for functions with a set rate of pay, the wage/income of the finalist selected for this function will be set located on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, practice, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Job location: Schenectady, NY We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a prosperous candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications. We offer exceptional benefits including: » Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time » Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays » Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts) » Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs » Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development » Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan » income Continuation Program in the event of Discapability » Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents Background Checks: In conformity with our , finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions. E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Lgain more about and your . Skills:
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