Landscape Groundskeeper III/Group Leader

Details

Posted: 28-Mar-24

Location: East Lansing, Michigan

Salary: Open

Categories:

Facilities//Maintenance/Trades
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 937387

Position Summary

Pay Rate: $24.38 - $27.09 upon meeting probationary period requirements.

MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement; Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time; This position is not eligible for remote work. Regular, in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs.

MSU Landscape Services has been maintaining campus as a living, learning laboratory since 1905. We are responsible for all aspects of landscape construction and maintenance including snow removal, signage, hardscape maintenance, golf course maintenance, tree care, and general repair on the campus of Michigan State University.

This position will provide leadership, planning, and record-keeping to a group of workers engaged in the care and maintenance regularly scheduled mowing operations, maintenance and repair of manual and automated irrigation systems, fountain pool maintenance, and general natural and artificial turf maintenance that includes aerating, weeding, spraying, seeding, and fertilizing work for turf areas, intramural fields and designated campus athletic grounds areas. Coordinate and interact with athletic and intramural department staff and coaches. This position will require participation in MSU Football tailgate clean up and participation in the Campus Snow Removal Plan by shoveling, operating snow removal vehicles and equipment, applying ice-melt products, and assuming the role of Emergency Response Team Captain (if volunteers are not acquired).

This position will engage in high performing, leading edge practices, valuing people, partners and stewardship. At IPF, we are committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive culture; engaging and hiring a diverse workforce.

Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills

• Two years’ satisfactory experience as a Groundskeeper II or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience
• Two years’ experience in leading, accompanying, and overseeing groundskeepers and/or other landscape personnel.
• Expert knowledge of tools, equipment, methods, and materials used irrigation systems and fountain maintenance.
• Expert knowledge of tools, equipment, methods, and materials used turf grass diseases, insect problems and weed management.
• Over five years of commercial snow removal experience in operating a licensed plow vehicle.
• Possession of a Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association certification, or an approved equivalent.
• Possession of a valid Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification - Turf (3A), Ornamental (3B), Right of Way (6), and General Pest Management (7A).
• Possession of a valid MSU Forklift, Toolcat, Tractor, and Loader Operator’s Permit upon completion of probationary or trial period.
• Possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license.
• Must drive University vehicle to perform job duties of this classification.
• Must be able to work in variable or severe weather conditions.
• Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.

 

Desired Qualifications

A two-year technical degree in turf management; experience in fertilization, irrigation, and boom spraying application.

A creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population; able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment; ability to understand different perspectives while utilizing expert knowledge of the technical operations of the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Special Instructions

Please list out or provide copies of any required licensure/certifications you possess within your application as they pertain to this position.

Work Hours

M-F from 6am-2:30pm with significant after-hours, weekend, & holiday work. Shifts may vary depending on seasonality of work requirements or emergency situations e.g. snow removal, parking ramp maintenance, football cleanup, or other events.

Building Location

LANDSCAPE SERVICES

Website

ipf.msu.edu

Summary of Physical Demands

Duties associated with this position involve working in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas, ability to work in variable or severe weather conditions, frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds with occasional lifting over 75 pounds, carrying, pushing, pulling, and climbing.

Summary of Health Risks

Duties associated with this position involve working in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas, ability to work in variable or severe weather conditions, frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds with occasional lifting over 75 pounds, carrying, pushing, pulling, and climbing.

The Bidding Eligibility ends on 04/02/2024 at 11:55 PM

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