Grounds Maintenance Technician

Job SummaryPerform chemical application, general landscaping, and irrigation duties.Principal Duties And ResponsibilitiesSpray insecticides, herbicides, and fungicidesInstall and maintain irrigation systemsMaintain and modify irrigation schedulesInstall and remove landscape materials and hardscapesInstall and remove plant materialsMonitor plant healthInstall and remove paver or retaining wallsAble to operate small heavy equipment; back hoe, trucks, loaders, trenchersDirect work of student employeesAssist with recycling and trash removal as neededOther duties as assigned by supervisorRequired Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesBookkeeping skillsKnowledge of equipmentProfessional in appearance and presentationEffective in oral and written communicationMinimum 1 year spraying experience and a Certified Applicator's LicenseOther Physical RequirementsDrive motorized vehiclesWork around machinesWork above floor levelExposed to dust, fumes, gasesExposed to marked changes in temperatureWorking outdoors in varying weatherRepetitive foot movement to operate foot controls––both feetRepetitive hand movement (firm grasp, fine manipulation, grasp & pull)––both handsRequires various head and neck positions (frequent flexion)Requires diggingAn applicant must be a born-again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc. Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support Bob Jones University's positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc., . Employees are to be active members of a local Bible believing church which holds orthodox theology. Applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, world-class education from a biblical worldview.QualificationsEducationPreferred: High School or better.ExperiencePreferred: 1-2 years: Related ExperienceEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.