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Landscape Specialist
Statesboro, GA
Job Description
Landscape Specialist
Job ID: 270606
Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here:
Location
Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA
Department Information
Grounds Operations
Job Summary
This position will maintain the appearance and functionality of campus grounds and functional outdoor spaces, including landscaping, grounds maintenance, and irrigation management. This role requires expertise in grounds keeping practices, irrigation management, and a commitment to ensuring the health and vitality for grass and plant life.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine grounds maintenance tasks, including mowing, edging, line trimming, weeding, pruning, spreading pine straw, litter removal, debris removal, and applying herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers to maintain the overall appearance and health of campus landscape
- Operate and maintain grounds keeping equipment and machinery, ensuring proper functionality and safety protocols
- Perform general and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment (i.e., replacing edger blades, sharpening mower blades, cleaning air filters, checking tire pressure on mowers and other pneumatic tire-driven equipment)
- Operate pressure washers to clean signs, fountains, flatwork, and building entrances as necessary
- Install, repair, and maintain irrigation systems, including water main and lateral valves, turf rotors, spray heads, shrub heads, PVC and galvanized pipe, drip lines, and controllers, to ensure efficient water distribution and conservation
- Identify and troubleshoot irrigation systems for failure or low performing systems and perform necessary repairs or adjustments to ensure plant and grass health
- Report with Supervisor to ensure compatibility of irrigation plans ensure compatibility with current and future landscape designs while allocating resources and prioritizing tasks to ensure timely completion of projects and repairs
- Maintain accurate records of irrigation schedules, maintenance activities, inventory of supplies and equipment, and watering schedules accordingly
- Adhere to safety regulations and environmental guidelines when handling chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides
- Adhere to OSHA standards, employ safe practices, and follow safety policies/procedures
- Lead student assistants/groundskeepers on irrigation project/repairs as needed
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Experience
- One (1) to Three (3) years of experience in grounds keeping, landscaping, and irrigation maintenance
Proposed Salary
$19.32 - $20.67 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
- Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
- Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
- Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
- Ability to collaborate with team members, supervisor, and superintendent
- Ability to identify and resolve issues under limited supervision
- Proficiency in operating and maintaining grounds keeping equipment, such as zero-turn mowers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, edgers, blowers, pump sprayers, and irrigation tools
KNOWLEDGE
- Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
- Familiarity with irrigation systems, including installation, repair, and troubleshooting techniques
- Knowledge of grounds maintenance practices, including warm-season grass care, landscaping, and plant health management
SKILLS
- Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Effective teamwork skills
Apply Before Date
Open Until Filled
Application review may begin on April 10, 2024.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at .
For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or .
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Other Information
- Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
- Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments
- Ability to drive university vehicles
Background Check
- Standard + DMV
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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
1 year
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