Cleans and maintains University properties which include litter picking, trash and debris removal, sweeping sidewalks and courtyards, snow removal, leaf removal, mulching, mowing, other general landscaping maintenance, uses hand and power equipment and tools.2. Performs maintenance for the Golf Course such as mowing of tees, greens, approaches, fairways, and roughs with specialized mowing equipment, maintaining grass and sand bunkers, changing and setting tee marker and putting green pins, seeding, top dressing, aerating, fertilizing under the guidance of the greens keeping superintendent, master gardener or gardener.3. Performs all duties required in the maintaining of athletic facilities such as setup, layout, marking and maintenance of athletic fields, tennis courts, track, and polo fields.4. Provides support for University events (e.g. Sets up stadiums and athletic fields for events, assist with grounds and tents for academic events, etc.), by coordinating support grounds services and repairs. Works with other Yale staff to ensure that work is completed in a timely and cost-effective manner.5. Installs plant material, trees, shrubs, sod, lawns, and other planting material as assigned and directed.6. Weeds, mulches, rakes, and waters properties. Prunes annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees using the appropriate techniques.7. Planting using the appropriate techniques under direction of LG11 Master Gardener or Supervisor.8. Operates power equipment such as, but not limited to, mowers, edgers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, turf vacuums, snow-blowers and tractor/loaders as needed. Can operate chainsaw if certified and trained and only under the direction of LG6 or higher.9. Under direction, operates irrigation systems.10. Operates, cleans and performs preventive maintenance such as greasing, checking and filling, fluids, etc.on all equipment and vehicles.11. Paints or marks parking lots under direction of LG10 Gardener and LG11 Master Gardener.12. Observes all safety standards and practices at all times.13. Reports all repairs required and safety and fire hazards to lead employee and/or supervisor.14. Observes all rules and regulations found in the Yale University Service & Maintenance Employee Handbook & Work Rules.15. Performs related duties as required or assigned within the job classification. Required Skill/ability 1: Demonstrates ability to estimate and procure materials, tools, equipment and supplies to maximize efficiency, minimize waste of time and materials, and ensure timely completion of jobs. Required Skill/ability 2: Ability to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Required Skill/ability 3: Ability to use technology such as computers, communications devices, equipment, and related software in support of required duties. Required Skill/ability 4: Portrays excellent attention to detail and exemplary customer service skills and willingness to assist and/or work with others. Demonstrated regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. Required Skill/ability 5: Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Must treat fellow employees, students, staff and visitors to the University with respect. Work Week: Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard) Posting Position Title: Groundskeeper 4 University Job Title: Groundskeeper 4 High School diploma or equivalent.Must have one year of full-time accumulated work experience in grounds maintenance or related field work experience.Experience and references must be provided by applicant and validated by the University.

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