| Job Title: |
Building and Grounds Specialist, Senior
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| Salary/Grade: |
$16.90 hr/G2
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| Job Summary: |
Performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks related to maintaining the health of trees, shrubs and irrigation systems on the University grounds. Hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. |
| Duties/Physical Demands: |
Performs a variety of groundskeeping technical tasks for all horticulture activities including pruning, weed control and pesticide applications.
Provides assistance to a variety of technical tasks including the upkeep and monitoring of campus irrigation systems, including repairs and troubleshooting.
Monitors and reviews completed tasks; ensures that any necessary changes or corrections are made.
Monitors the condition of trees on campus; inspects for disease, insect infestation, or hazardous conditions; determines appropriate treatment for damaged trees.
May assist with the planting of trees, shrubs, annuals and perennials.
Uses a variety of power tools to remove dead, diseased, or damaged limbs; removes stumps; applies fertilizers, insecticides, or herbicides.
Maintains tools and equipment; maintains records of work performed and time/materials used.
Physical effort usually requires considerable standing, walking, climbing and operating equipment. Some lifting of materials weighing up to 70 pounds. Periodic assignments given which entail dealing with modestly unpleasant physical situations. There may be considerable noise generated by machine operation and some machinery and chemical usage may present an element of personal risk of injury.
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
Requires nine months of training beyond high school in horticulture and four years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ohio Pesticide license or the ability to obtain one within nine months.
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| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
Knowledge of tree, shrub and perennial care techniques and procedures
Knowledge of power tool operation
Knowledge of safety procedures
Experience in large equipment operation, tractor, backhoe, etc.
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| Working Conditions/Physical Demands: |
Physical effort usually requires considerable standing, walking, climbing, and operating equipment. Some lifting of materials weighing up to 70 pounds. Periodic assignment given which entail dealing with modestly unpleasant physical situations. There may be considerable noise generated by machine operation and some machinery and chemical usage may present an element of personal risk of injury.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Pre-employment drug testing may be required for this position.
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| Diversity Statement: |
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| EO/AA Statement/Clery Act: |
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at (513) 529-2223. |
| Labor Law Posters for Applicants: |
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| Benefit Eligible: |
Yes
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