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Type of Position:
Skilled Labor
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
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Department:
Facilities Management * Little Rock Facilities Director
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The Landscape Specialist is responsible for general landscaping & grounds maintenance activities for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.
Job Duties:
Assists with weed control of the property including spraying and pulling. Must be able to properly plant shrubs, trees, bedding plants and sod. Assists in cleaning of maintenance building and helping with table and chair setups for meetings in Administration Boardroom.
Recognizes and respects safety features of each machine. Responsible for equipment upkeep including oil changes and blade sharpening. Proficient in operation of commercial lawn equipment including mowers, weed trimmers, hedge trimmers, and chainsaws. Reads manuals on all existing equipment. Attends all safety meetings. Responsible for wearing clothing and PPE suitable for the job. Records equipment maintenance in mechanical log.
Responsible for cleaning of debris from parking lot, sidewalks, streets, and patios. Maintains parking lot paint. Cleans out gutters. Picks up trash from streets. Removes weeds from sidewalk and road cracks when needed. Applies ice melting chemicals in slick weather.
Responsible for securing tools, equipment, vehicles, and buildings by properly locking and storing and key removal. Responsible for reporting all suspicious activities on campus to supervisor. Reports broken windows, broken security fence or other maintenance issues to supervisor. Responsible for knowing emergency contact phone numbers.
Works as outlined by supervisor according to seasonal pressures. Follows written and oral instructions from supervisor. Keeps track of tools and cares for them properly. Maintains a valid Arkansas driver's license.
Communicates with co-workers and responds to questions regarding work completed or in progress. Uses proper techniques in mowing, edging, planting, mulching, soil prep and seeding, lawn renovations, fertilization, and pruning. Picks up supplies ordered from vendors.
Must be able to lift heavy objects. Assists with repair of broken sprinklers.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus four years of experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or related area is required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of the methods & techniques used in landscaping & grounds maintenance. Ability to operate grounds maintenance equipment. Ability to maintain records & estimate landscaping & grounds maintenance needs.
Additional Information:
For assistance with the application, or to provide additional supporting documentation after you have submitted the application, please email [email protected]
Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Graham Peterson
[email protected]
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Balancing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Standing, Stooping, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Yes