Groundskeeper

Duties/Responsibilities:

Percentage of Time:

Operates commercial, tilling and trimming equipment to cut grass, edge walks, flowerbeds, curbs, etc. in accordance with the schedule provided by supervisor. 

·       Works in accordance with the maintenance schedule as provided by the grounds supervisor in the area designated by the current schedule.

·       Operates equipment responsibly and in manner intended while observing conditions.

·       Observes safety rules while operating equipment (i.e., directions of discharge, transport and mowing speeds, yielding to motorized and pedestrian traffic).  Wears protective equipment.

·       Informs supervisor and mechanic of equipment problems.

·       Cleans and disposes of all refuse in assigned areas.

·       Disposes of debris and leaves according to established guidelines.

·       Ensure storm drains and traps remain clear of debris.

65%

Operates heavy, mechanized equipment, such as trucks, tractors, and backhoes for trenching, landscaping, grading, digging, loading, etc.

·       Operates equipment in accordance with strict safety guidelines.

·       Ensures equipment is stored in appropriate and safe location.

·       Reports any equipment problems to supervisor.

10%

Applies insecticides, pesticides and fertilizers for management programs as directed and by adhering to necessary safety precautions.

·       Mixes and applies chemicals in direct accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines.

·       Wears protective clothing/equipment at all times as required by established safety regulations.

·       Informs all appropriate personnel of presence of any dangerous chemicals when applying all chemicals.

·       Demonstrates knowledge of a variety of insecticides along with other chemicals and proper usage.

·       Prepares programs to administer proper various chemicals and aeration of turf throughout the year for high quality results.

·       Monitors and programs irrigation systems based on the active growing season needs.

5%

Maintains required records of time spent each day by task category. Performs related support functions as requested.

·       Submits clear and legible information for each day of work performed

·       Submits required records within prescribed periods.

2%

Cleans and maintains shop, tools, and all related equipment.

·       Performs routine cleaning of facility/shop to ensure adequate operation at all times.

·       Obtains proper supplies and tools needed for each task and promptly returns unused supplies and tools to appropriate storage areas.

·       Follows appropriate safety procedures including posting signage and setting barricades as needed.

·       Uses chemicals according to manufacturer's specifications and departmental policies.

·       Maintains a safe and effective work/storage area at all times.

·       Returns all tools and materials to appropriate storage area by end of working day.

·       Ensures all equipment, materials are maintained in a safe and clean manner.

·       Selects appropriate tools and equipment for projects at beginning of each workday.

·       Informs supervisor of any problems with tools or equipment.

2%

Maintains equipment fluids, performs routine equipment maintenance, troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems and makes necessary repairs.

·       Monitors equipment on a regular basis to ensure that correct fluid levels and tire pressures maintained according to manufacturer’s specifications.

·       Performs routine fluid changes and other maintenance on a regular basis according to the manufacturer’s specifications.

·       Diagnoses problems and repairs equipment in a timely manner.

·       Maintains an inventory of repair parts and reorders necessary parts when needed.

·       Keeps records of repairs made and maintenance performed on designated equipment.

10%

Designs and installs new landscape plantings, hardscape and maintain irrigation system

·       Using knowledge of both the design process and plant material produces an industry standard landscape plan and view design for proposed new landscape areas.

·       Utilize the design project’s budgeted costs for the proposed landscape.

·       Orders the necessary landscape elements, schedules the installation of the landscape in accordance with the overall campus maintenance schedule and within budget limitations.

·       Install irrigation systems and components according to industry standards

·       Monitor and maintain elements of the installed irrigation systems to ensure good working conditions, making repairs as necessary

5%

Performs other duties as assigned in the fulfillment of the needs, philosophy, and purpose of Gwinnett Technical College.

1%

Physical Demands:

 Frequency

(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

Requires operation, access, or control of financial resources.

N

Requires having a P-Card.

N

Driving is a responsibility of this position.

O

This position will have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care. 

N

This position will have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications).

O

This position is a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods with or without reasonable accommodation.

C

This position requires moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another with or without reasonable accommodation.

C

This position requires the ability to adjust or move objects up to 15 pounds in all directions with or without reasonable accommodation.

C

This position requires the ability to repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers with or without reasonable accommodation.

C

This position requires the ability to operate machinery and/or power tools with or without reasonable accommodation.

C

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment with or without reasonable accommodation.

C

Noisy environments.

C

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

O

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

O

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without reasonable accommodation.

O

Work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

C

Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

C