Grounds Workers; CS

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Grounds Worker (CS26-190). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE? Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University s presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

• Assist with tree planting, mowing grass, hedge trimming, and the removal of dead, damaged, or unwanted trees using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Plant flowers, trees, and shrubs; water lawns and landscaped areas to maintain healthy grounds.
• Weed, mulch, and apply fertilizers, pesticides, and chemicals to promote growth and prevent weeds, disease, or insect infestation.
• Perform snow and ice removal from roads, sidewalks, stairs, ramps, and parking lots using proper equipment and tools.
• Move furniture, materials, and large equipment to support departmental operations and other crafts as needed.
• Operate barricades, signs, and power washers for outdoor cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Perform additional duties that support the department’s mission and goals as assigned.

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 7:00am-3:30pm

FLSA: Non-Exempt

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Any one or combination totaling six (6) months from the categories below:
• Coursework or vocational training in horticulture, landscaping, or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
• Fifteen (15) semester hours equals six (6) months
• Work experience in grounds maintenance, landscape maintenance, nursery, agriculture work, grounds construction, and/or tending to lawns, turfs, trees, flowers, bushes or other shrubberies, ornamental plants, and other grounds-related work.
• Valid/current driver’s license as required by the State of Illinois for the type of motor vehicles to be operated by the incumbent.

• Ability to perform general physical activities required by the job, including lifting, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, carrying heavy loads, normal hearing, sight, and speaking abilities, hand-eye coordination, grasping, bending, writing, walking, and driving.
• Ability to follow simple instructions.
• Ability and willingness to work as directed.
• Attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of machines and tools commonly used.
• Equipment Maintenance – Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points.

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, candidates must be a current Illinois resident.

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