Position Details

Req ID:

req17779

Position Title:

Grounds Technician

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

630517

OSU Campus:

Oklahoma City

Department:

Grounds Maintenance

Location Address:

900 N Portland Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73107 USA

Hiring Supervisor:

Cedric Brown

Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding):

14.31 - 14.88, Hourly

Work Schedule:

Varies

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Job Summary:

Performs semi-skilled duties required to maintainUniversity grounds. Includes: mowing, weed eating,watering, planting, picking up trash, general clean-up of facilities, and otherassigned duties.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Operates power equipment used in the maintenance of grounds.
2. Follows and ensures compliance with safety policies and procedures.
3. Sweeps, pick up and maintains the appearance of the grounds, curbs, and walkways.
4. Prunes and trims trees and shrubs.
5. Waters lawns, garden beds.
6. Performs snow and ice removal, as needed.
7. Applies pesticides and fertilizers.
8. Performs routine maintenance on grounds equipment.
9. Completes all mandatory training and participated in a minimum of two professional development each year.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Apply online and upload a resume for full consideration.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School diploma/GED

Work Experience:

6 months responsible work experience

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

Valid driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret routine written or printed materials such as labels on chemicals (mix chemicals), basic charts, diagrams or instruction material for equipment.
• Ability to effectively use maintenance, garden and hand tools, sprayers, etc.
• Ability to follow and ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate diplomatically, clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing to exchange information, give/receive instructions and respond to inquiries appropriately.
• Strong interpersonal skills and sensitivity to a multicultural environment in an effort to work and communicate effectively with all students, faculty, staff and community partners.
• High degree of initiative to work independently and also collaborate in a team environment.
• Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior.

Preferred Qualifications:

One year responsible work experience

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.