What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper position at leesmcrae?
Title: GroundskeeperDepartment: FacilitiesCategory: GroundsSummaryGroundskeeper reports to Grounds Supervisor and assists in the physical upkeep of the college facilities grounds.BenefitsLees-McRae College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical plans with wellness incentives, Aetna dental coverage with orthodontia for children, and a voluntary vision plan for all employees. Life and long-term disability insurance are employer-paid, with optional voluntary life coverage available. Employees can take advantage of flexible spending accounts, a retirement plan with up to 5% employer match after one year, and generous paid time off including vacation, sick, personal, holiday, and college-closed days. Tuition waiver benefits are available for employees and dependents, along with access to a national tuition exchange program. Additional perks include free monthly dining, discounted meal plans, and required direct deposit for payroll.Essential FunctionsThis position is responsible for the care, maintenance, and repairs of the grounds.All landscape maintenance duties such as weed-whacking, lawn mowing, snow removal etc.Maintains equipment including all safety features.Event set up and take down.Assist Facilities moving furniture and other items.Utilizes proper PPE for given duties.Assist other parts of the facilities team as needed.Performs other duties as assigned.CompetenciesEthical ConductStress Management/ComposureTeamwork OrientationThoroughnessSupervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.Work EnvironmentStrenuous physical activity. Grounds workers are required to move around campus properties and work with equipment. Outside work is required during all types of weather conditions. Grounds workers must always use proper protective equipment.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time essential worker position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.On-call work is required.TravelNo travel is expected for this position.Additional Eligibility QualificationsPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.