Groundskeeper III

Groundskeeper III Salary: Competitive salary of $35,600 - $42,700. Benefits: great benefits. Location: Downtown Atlanta Campus (Location subject to change). Schedule: Monday - Friday | 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Shift subject to change). Responsibilities Organizes the work assignments of Groundskeeper I/II employees; prepares simple reports on work performance. Issues equipment and supplies to grounds crew employees. Inspects the campus for needed cleaning and repair. Inspects the work of Groundskeeper I/II employees and makes corrections as needed. Trains Groundskeeper I/II employees in landscaping methods and proper groundskeeping practices and procedures. Performs grounds cleaning duties in the absence of co-workers; helps with large cleaning tasks. Performs groundskeeping duties for absent co-workers. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements High school diploma or GED and two years of groundskeeping experience. A valid Georgia driver's license is required. Preferred Hiring Qualifications Landscaping experience, especially in large-scale landscaping, is preferred. Vocational training in horticulture or a related field is preferred. Knowledge of proper landscaping methods, practices, and equipment. Knowledge of properly caring for plants, trees, shrubbery, and grasses. Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to operate hand tools and equipment used in groundskeeping, such as lawnmowers, weed-eaters, shears, trimmers, etc. Ability to operate a motor vehicle. College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services. Open until filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia State University