Landscape Specialist I, Athletic Fields

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Location: Warrensburg, MISSOURI
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Position Information
Position Information


Position Title Landscape Specialist I, Athletic Fields
Working Title Landscape Specialist I, Athletic Fields
Department 600346-Facilities - Athletic Fields
Pay Rate $15.50
FTE 1.0
FLSA Nonexempt
Position Number 999091
Classification CJS06
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Special Instructions:
This is a full-time benefits-eligible position. Benefits include competitive salary; health, dental, vision, life insurance, AD & D, long-term disability; 3 weeks paid vacation per year; 3 weeks of accrued sick leave per year; 13 paid holidays; retirement; and generous education assistance for an employee, spouse and dependent children taking classes at UCM.
Completed UCM online application for employment required.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
A review will begin immediately and continue until filled.
NOTE: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.
The University of Central Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites applications from women, minorities, veteran status, and people with disabilities.
Working hours:
Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
Bargaining Unit Yes
Work Location Warrensburg Campus
Posting Date 03/26/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Purpose
Maintain turfgrass and perform general athletic field maintenance. Mix and apply athletic field marking paint and marble dust to athletic and intramural fields, in accordance with NCAA regulations. Install, repair, and perform general maintenance of irrigation systems.
Education & Formal Training High school diploma or equivalent
Other Education & Formal Training
Computer Skills
Experience
Six months experience in grounds maintenance, landscape/lawn maintenance, landscaping, or horticulture. 
Six months athletic field experience preferred.
Other Experience
Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements of Position: Criminal History check, Driver's license, Missouri license required
Other Licenses, Certificates, Registrations, & State/Federal Requirements
Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: Attention to detail, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Physical abilities: mobility/strength/dexterity/balance/coordination/endurance
Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
-Ability to read, interpret, and apply NCAA provisions for proper field markings. 
-Ability to mix paints to ensure the brightness of lines. 
-Ability to formulate fertilizer 
-Ability to read, comprehend, and apply manuals, labels, and written instructions. 
-Basic mathematical skills.
Specify sensory abilities:
Physical & Environmental Factors: Excessive standing and/or walking, Exposure to extreme temperatures, Exposure to loud noises, Lifting (weight) - 50 lbs., Exposure to fumes and/or chemicals
Other Physical & Environmental Factors
-Bending, twisting, stooping. 
-Incumbent will work outside in all temperatures dealing with horticultural duties, removal of snow, ice, and debris
Lifting weight
Special Working Conditions: Uniform required, Irregular work hours, Work in stressful conditions
Other Special Working Conditions
Irregular work hours, incumbent will work weekend and evening athletics events, as scheduled
Ability to Keyboard
Special Qualifications:
Other Special Qualifications