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About the role
- Transport materials and/or equipment and perform duties consistent with the maintenance of the grounds and campus landscape areas in accordance with University standards and procedures for University buildings or.
Responsibilities
- Performs landscape renovations such as seeding, sodding, mulch installation, and small tree removal.
- Removes snow from walks, drives, parking lots, steps and building entrances. Applies anti-icing and de-icing compounds to paved areas.
- Drives all University supplied vehicles.
- Performs maintenance and repairs to ground sprinklers, boxes, and heads.
- Maintains shop supplied power tools, hand tools, and equipment.
Requirements
- Must be able to lift and move loads appropriate to job requirements and be able to bend and work in a kneeling position for periods of time.
- Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, be capable of working at heights as required, be able to enter and work within tight spaces, and be able to withstand hot and cold temperatures.
- Required Documents:
- When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
- Drug Test Required
- Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Nice to have
- College degree in horticulture, landscape services or related degree is preferred.
- Completion of job-related apprenticeship program is preferred.
- Background working on irrigation systems preferred.
- Current valid driver's license and successfully complete the University's Motor Vehicle Record Check process required.
- Illinois Pesticide Operator's license within six months of employment required.
- Other licenses or certificates needed for this position as required by law.
Skills
- Access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements.
- Read and interpret documents.
- Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
- Perform mathematical functions relevant to the position.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Advanced job-related training programs is preferred.
- Working Conditions and
- Technical Knowledge or Skills:
Compensation
- $24.41 - $30.68 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
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Benefits
- Education, Experience, or Certifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) from an accredited institution, required.
- Two years related experience, or an equivalent combination of position-related education and experience is required.
- Health Screen Required
Equal opportunity
- Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
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