Grounds Worker
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What you'll do
- Supports and promotes a culture of safety within the department.
- Maintains the grounds year round under the direction of a Grounds Foreman, the Grounds Supervisor and the Executive Director of Plant Operations.
- Is able to work efficiently by themselves performing all duties relevant to the position such as mowing, blowing, pulling weeds, weed eating, etc.
- Promotes, supports and participates in student recruitment and retention efforts
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
What they're looking for
- Must possess a minimum of a high school degree
- Have no less than 2 years of experience working in a grounds maintenance capacity
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Full description from employer
We have an opening for a Grounds Worker II at our Chattanooga State campus!
Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.
Our Values:
We cultivate a welcome and supportive environment.
We care about the well-being of each other.
We instill trust through integrity and transparency.
We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.
We collaborate to build a better future.
Our Mission - We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Grounds Worker II position assists the College in maintaining the grounds. These duties include, but are not limited to: mowing, weed eating, blowing, hedging, trimming, pulling weeds, spraying, watering, emptying trash and servicing/maintaining equipment relevant to the department. The work is performed year round and in all types of weather conditions. Uniforms and personal protective equipment will be provided, and must be worn at all times. This position reports to a Grounds Foreman, a Grounds Supervisor and ultimately the Executive Director of Plant Operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Grounds Worker II:
- Supports and promotes a culture of safety within the department.
- Maintains the grounds year round under the direction of a Grounds Foreman, the Grounds Supervisor and the Executive Director of Plant Operations.
- Is able to work efficiently by themselves performing all duties relevant to the position such as mowing, blowing, pulling weeds, weed eating, etc.
- Promotes, supports and participates in student recruitment and retention efforts
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of:
- Safety practices and procedures relevant to job duties
- Skilled in:
- Safe operation of grounds equipment
- Able to:
- Maintain healthy working relationships with all members of the campus community
- Receive and champion directives from supervisors
The Grounds Worker II supports the College’s strategic themes:
Holistic Student Support
Maintains a welcome and aesthetically pleasing landscape to welcome students and community members to our campus.
Organizational Culture
Maintains a culture of consistency and equity when dealing with all members of the campus community independent of race, gender, or sexuality.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must possess a minimum of a high school degree and have no less than 2 years of experience working in a grounds maintenance capacity.
Salary Range: $32,834 - $38,580
* Application review will begin at least 7 days after posting *
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