Groundskeeper, University Village (8133C) - 35388 About Berkeley
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Departmental Overview
Residential and Student Service Programs (RSSP) is part of the Division of Student Affairs. The department of Housing Operations, Maintenance, and Environment (HOME) is under the direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Housing & Dining Operations, which is an area in Residential and Student Service Programs (RSSP). RSSP provides student housing, residential programs and dining services for undergraduate and graduate students and their families, as well as childcare services for students, faculty and staff. The Grounds unit in HOME maintains all exterior landscape and most hardscape at RSSP facilities including Family Housing in Albany, CA.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: 05/19/2022.
Responsibilities
Exterior Hardscape:
Pick up, sort and dispose of trash and debris throughout the assigned areas. Clean areas around trash dumpsters and recycling containers. Collect trash and recycling that has not been properly sorted. Remove and dispose of abandoned furniture, appliances or other property left outside. Properly tag items for removal at a later date. Empty and wash out exterior trash receptacles and replace liners. Collect, sort, label and store common hazardous waste (i.e. motor oils, tires, batteries, paints, C.R.T's, etc.). Collect, load and deliver metals to metal recycler. Remove unauthorized posters and graffiti from various surfaces. Sweep and power wash hardscapes and playground equipment. Set up and clean outdoor furniture such as picnic benches and tables. Locate, install or remove various barricades and signs as directed.
Landscape:
Operate gasoline powered equipment such as walk-behind mowers, line-trimmers, edgers and blowers, as well as diesel powered tractor with rotary mower. Rake and sweep leaves and debris from grounds. Dig and pull weeds. Move mulches, soils and sand with shovels and rakes. Plant and install landscape materials.
Other Maintenance:
Inspect grounds and building landings for raccoon, cat or dog feces, remove and record. Assist with removing homeless campsites.
Creek Maintenance:
Police creek corridors and remove litter, abandoned property (homeless campsites, etc.) and debris. Empty trash cans. Clear creeks of obstacles for flood abatement.
IIPP Requirements:
Work in a safe and responsible manner while not putting self or others at risk. This includes complying with applicable policies and regulations, using personal safety gear, observe warning signs, learning about potential hazards, and reporting unsafe conditions.
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in providing basic general landscape maintenance and the operation of common grounds maintenance tools, trucks and equipment. Ability to operate a truck in reverse using only mirrors for line of site navigation. Common safety procedures including safe lifting techniques. Ability to speak, understand and legibly write English to communicate with work community and to record measurements, complete simple forms and maintenance records. Read and understand materials such as job instructions, equipment and safety manuals. Follow written and oral instructions. Ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public, coworkers and supervisors. Appropriately select and safely use hand power tools and equipment. Maintain vehicles, tools and equipment including basic troubleshooting to identify and correct minor mechanical and electrical malfunctions. Perform routine assembly and repair of playground equipment. Must be able to bend, stoop, twist, reach, stand and walk for extended periods on even, uneven and sloping surfaces. Ability to independently lift up to 50 lbs. and up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Ability to work outdoors in extreme and/or fluctuating weather conditions. Must be available to respond to emergencies and work occasional overtime on weekends/holidays. Adhere to RSSP work rules and Respect and Civility Statement. Employee is personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines/instructions.
Preferred Qualifications
Able to identify types of refuse, recycling and hazardous waste in trash stream and sort accordingly.
Salary & Benefits
This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) non-exempt career position, which is paid bi-weekly and eligible for full UC Benefits. Hourly pay for this role is commensurate with experience.
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html