Groundskeeper - Centre College : Job Details

DescriptionCentre College is a premier national liberal arts college that serves approximately 1,400 students and provides a supportive community and a flexible, personal academic path to a meaningful life and career. Founded in 1819, Centre accomplishes its goals in an atmosphere of caring and respectful relationships among faculty, students, and staff. The College has an endowment in excess of $420 million and an operating budget of more than $65 million.Centre welcomes and supports diversity. The College strives to create an environment where differences are celebrated, where individuals can exchange ideas and share in the richness of mutual experiences. Please view our Statement of Community.Located in Danville, KY, the historic, picturesque 150-acre campus is 30 miles from Lexington, in the famed Bluegrass Region of Central Kentucky.Under the supervision of the Grounds Operations Supervisor, the incumbent willmow lawns and fields, control weeds, pick up and remove trash, shovel/plow snow and maintain grounds belonging to the college. In addition, this position will provide general labor for moving equipment and furniture.Essential Job Functions: High stamina for manual labor over extended periods of time and under adverse conditions associated with all climate conditions;Maintain turf areas of the college campus often working without direct supervision;Job includes all aspects of turf management aerating, seeding, leaf pick up, blowing sidewalks, parking lots, trash removal;All aspects of ground maintenance, lawns, walks, streets, parking areas, and drainage mechanisms;Operate and keep in proper adjustment all mechanical equipment assigned to the grounds operation;Tree and limb removal using chain saws and aerial lift equipment;Available to work overtime with short notice for the safety of the campus community;Ability to use mowers, weed eaters, blowers, tractors, etc.;Ability to remove snow using hand and mechanical devices including the ability to apply salt and other ice melting chemicals in the desired amounts;Valid driver's license;Responsible for maintaining and wearing of college provided uniforms and insuring a clean professional appearance and attitude at all times;Keeps all equipment clean, maintained or stored properly.Enforce and adhere to standard safety precautions. Attend all mandatory training;Facilities Management provides critical services to the college to ensure the safety of the students, faculty, and staff. Facilities employees are critical personnel, which requires us to be present during inclement weather and all other emergenciesDemonstrate an appreciation for and sensitivity to a diverse academic community, fostering an inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff from a variety of social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. Marginal Job Functions:Occasionally assist in moving freight and furniture;Keep alert to and report all unsafe conditions or potential problems in the turf area of the campus;Fleet repair and maintenance, electric cart repair and maintenance as time permits;Maintain, repair, and replace drainage related materials for wet areas;Contribute to the overall success of the department by performing all other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned. QualificationsEducation and ExperienceHigh School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Individual will learn duties through job training. Driver's License required. Knowledge and SkillsKnowledge and experience in mechanical adjustments and repair in maintaining in a responsible manner all equipment assigned to the ground's operation. Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Ability to read and properly interpret written instruction, labels and other materials associated with the performance of this work.Ability and willingness to become a licensed chemical applicant for chemical sprays, should the college determine if necessary.Physical Requirements:High stamina for manual labor over extended periods of time and under adverse conditions associated with all climate conditions. This job also involves all the following in various degrees, but it not limited to only these physical demands: carrying, standing, pulling, pushing, turning, stooping, lifting, squatting, seeing, sitting, climbing, walking, kneeling, reaching, and twisting.Also involves exposure to the following environmental conditions: fumes, oil, dirt, hazards, gas, chemicals, heat/cold, toxins and noise.BenefitsMedical/Dental/Vision/Life InsuranceRetirement PlanHealthcare Flexible Spending AccountDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountCaregiver Support Program and Employee Assistance ProgramLong-Term DisabilityPaid Time Off, Holidays and Sick TimeHoliday Shutdown PeriodStaff Education and DevelopmentTuition Benefit for Dependent ChildrenGym AccessPet InsuranceFree Library AccessCampus Bookstore DiscountsDiscounted Norton Center Subscription PackagesApplication Instructions *Apply via computer, please do not use a cell phone to apply. * Centre College uses Interfolio as their Applicant Tracking Software to review all applications for employment. From the Apply button on the Centre Employment Page, you will be linked to create an Interfolio Account. You will then set up a Dossier Account following the software instructions. For the I am Question, select Other for Staff Openings. Agree to Terms of usage and then Create your Profile. Once your account is set up, you will select your opportunity from your Home Page, Complete Application Questions, Upload Cover Letter, CV/Resume/ and References. Once the application and uploads are complete you will Submit your application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. If you need any assistance with the application process, please contact Stephanie Franklin at 859-###-#### or [email protected].*You may also appy in person for this position at the Facilities Management offices, located at 108 Harding Street, Danville, KY. Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.*