Groundskeeper I - Military Veterans

Groundskeeper I

Posting Number: R0003819
Location: Point Loma Campus - San Diego, CA

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God's kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates.

Benefits:

We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

Job Summary:
Provide general horticultural care of exterior grounds in a specific, designated area.

Salary:
Pay Rate: $17.25 - $18.00 per hour

Internal Classification: Career Track - Support; Job Level - 1

Job Status:
Full time

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Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional Customer Service to the campus community.
• Plan and organize assigned work: plant, trim, spray, mow, weed, fertilize, sweep, rake, cultivate, dig, water, shovel and other related functions.
• Safely operate power tools and vehicles such as electric or gas-powered carts, line trimmers, mowers, blowers, hedgers, saws, etc.
• Safely and properly operate hand tools such as pruners, loppers, saws, shovels, etc.
• Diagnose and treat diseases or growth problems through the application of insecticides, fertilizers and chemical sprays.
• Perform grounds patrol for trash and empty trash receptacles.
• Remain up-to-date and informed of current practices with the use of horticulture supplies such as chemicals and fertilizers.
• Perform basic irrigation audits and make minor irrigation repairs.
• Cooperate with others within the department, other department personnel and tradesmen in completing assigned tasks.
• Perform all duties in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures. Participate in safety programs as directed.
• Perform other responsibilities, including assisting with special events, as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must have a valid California driver's license.
• Must be able to follow instructions in English.
• Must have a service orientation and perform duties in a cooperative, efficient and energetic manner while providing exceptional customer service to the PLNU community.
• One year plus of horticulture gardening and/or landscaping experience, preferably on a large campus or property, or a combination of experience and formal training.
• Knowledge of the safe use of manual and power equipment involved in horticulture and grounds care is preferred.
• Ability to be trained in any of the categories of horticulture and gardening.
• Must not have allergies that interfere with working outdoors (such as fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, plant life, pollens, etc.).
• Ability to work overtime.
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant .
• The job offer is contingent on a clear background check and pre-employment physical.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must climb ladders up to 8 feet. Use of power and hand tools such as chainsaws and pruners. Use of computer, monitor, keyboard, and mouse to read and respond to e-mail. Ability to perform duties and responsibilities that normally require special physical effort, including bending, crawling, stretching and lifting heavy objects, typically 50 pounds. Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical.

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At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God's love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential.

Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.

Apply online at https://pointloma.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PLNUCareers/job/Point-Loma-Campus---San-Diego-CA/Groundskeeper-I_R0003819

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