Landscaper

Landscape Gardener, Equipment OperatorGW Facilities Department is searching for a full-time Landscape Gardener, Equipment Operator to work on University Grounds from Monday thru Friday from 6:00 am to 3:00 pm. The Equipment Operator reports to the Grounds Foreman. This position is designated as On-Site: Employees who are required to physically report to work or remain at work during an emergency or adjustment to the university's operating status. This position is a part of the Service Employees International Union, Local 32BJ (SEIU).This position typically maintains university grounds by using hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or axes. This position waters lawns, trees, and plants, using portable sprinkler systems, hoses or watering cans. This role prunes or trims trees, shrubs, or hedges using shears, pruners, or chain saws. This position may operate vehicles or powered equipment, such as mowers, tractors, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, or pruning saws. The position may gather and remove litter.Core responsibilities are but not limited to:Operate specialized turf maintenance equipment such as vertifier, aerification machine and verticut seeder.Operate tractors, front-end loaders and pickup trucks to mow turf, remove snow and transport materials.Plant, transplant, trim, mulch and provide necessary care to a variety of ornamental plants.Operate electric and gas-powered tools to maintain the grounds of the University.Inspect plants for disease and insect damage, and apply chemical sprays under the supervision of a licensed spray applicator.Performs other work-related duties as requested.This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which governs wages, benefits, and working conditions.Minimum Qualifications: Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED plus 1.5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: In order to operate vehicular equipment, a valid driver's license is required.Hiring Range - $21.92GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.College/School/Department: Division of Safety and OperationFamily - Safety and FacilitiesSub-Family - Landscaping/GroundsStream - Service and SupportLevel - Level 2Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-TimeHours Per Week: 40Work Schedule: 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday - FridayWill this job require the employee to work on site? YesEmployee Onsite Status - On-campus (in person)Telework: NoRequired Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry SearchEEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.