Job Information
BYU Grounds Maint - 3/4 - 131032 in PROVO, Utah
Grounds Worker
Essential Functions
The Gardening Grounds Worker assists the Gardening Specialist in maintaining neat, clean, and beautiful grounds by performing landscaping duties, which include the seven core gardening tasks:
- Pick up litter
- Weed whip, edge, and mow
- Weed and cultivate
- Clean up
- Check and repair sprinklers
- Train, mentor, and supervise a student crew which performs the same duties
- Snow removal is required
Qualifications:
1. Required
- Previous experience with BYU Grounds Maintenance
- Instructional, training and communication skills
- Efficient operation of various small engines and machines
- Efficient operation of snowplows and tractors
- Efficient use of hand tools
- Ability to work in a professional manner with the public and other departments for special events
- Knowledge and experience in sprinkler repair
2. Preferred
- 3+ years of full-time landscape and supervisory experience
- Knowledge of plant pests and diseases helpful
- Knowledge of growing cycles and pruning procedures of plants helpful
Additional Qualifications:
Driving a University Vehicle, Physical Exam Required
Employee Class: 3/4 Time (28 hour)
Work Location: Provo Campus
Environment: Frequent exposure to unfavorable conditions such as all-weather, or working in cramped, very dirty, or unpleasant quarters
Physical Exam Required: Y
Physical Exam Details: Lifting, bending, kneeling, raking, shoveling, leveling 6-8 hours Daily Gloves, closed-toe shoes Snow removal duties As needed Seasonally Hat, gloves, boots, layered clothing, sunscreen. Forklift, skidsteer, trackhoe, loader, 2-4 hours As needed Hearing protection, closed-toe shoes, gloves
Desired Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Close Date: 4/21/24
Pay Level: 46
Approximate Starting Salary: $16.00 - $20.25
Documents Required at time of Application:
Required: Resume Optional: Cover Letter, Letter of Recommendation 1
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value th e experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!