Description

The IU Northwest Physical Plant - Facilities Services is a member of the campus community, maintaining the physical environment and providing services to support the University in reaching its goal of excellence in education and public service. We promote well-being through an attractive and convenient environment conducive to learning. We provide service to our customers at the University and surrounding community in an efficient and timely fashion. We keep our buildings and grounds attractive, safe, clean and functioning properly.

Job Summary

• Oversees, trains, and leads workers in landscaping and grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, planting, mulching, seeding, in-vitro fertilization, soil aeration, chemical applications, etc. Prioritizes and monitors work assignments. Reviews work for quality and adherence to campus standards.
• Inspects trees and plants and performs assessments to evaluate health and condition. Diagnoses and identifies diseases, pests, damage, and hazards. Ensures appropriate treatments are administered to maintain appearance and vitality.
• May direct irrigation installation, repair, and maintenance tasks.
• Plans and oversees seasonal projects such as leaf collection and snow removal from sidewalks, footpaths, parking lots, and entryways.
• Establishes and implements a preventative maintenance program for grounds related equipment. Ensures that equipment is repaired and maintained in safe operating condition.
• Researches and recommends equipment purchases and replacement options.
• Maintains inventories and ensures adequate supplies of parts, materials, chemicals, etc. Keeps records of chemical usage.
• May develop and administer safety training programs related to equipment operation and chemical applications.
• Performs landscaping and grounds maintenance tasks on as needed basis.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties. Drives University vehicles as needed. Works any shift as needed. 24-hour a day emergency response as needed. Assists with snow removal activities as necessary. Must be available to work during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) when weather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to take care of the campus.

Qualifications

EDUCATION
Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE
Required

• 3 years of landscape or grounds related work that includes supervisory or leadership experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required

• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire
• May be required to acquire and maintain a specific applicators license

SKILLS
Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, techniques, skills, and materials related to horticultural, landscaping and grounds maintenance best practices
• Ability to lead, plan, and organize the work of grounds workers
• Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Ability to read and understand pesticide, herbicide labels and to mix and apply in safe manner
• Ability to operate riding and push mower, power tiller, power edger, weed whip, blower, sprayer, tractor, skid steer loader, dump-bed truck, basic hand tools, a truck and trailer and strong trimmer
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds
• May be required to acquire and maintain position-required certifications
• Ability to apply seed, fertilizer and chemicals

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
This position may require working during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) when weather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to take care of the campus.

Work Location

IU Northwest Campus
Gary, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$18.25 - $23.00 per hour based on experience

Work Hours

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
This position is required to work any shift as needed, including 24-hour a day emergency response as needed.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .

Job Classification

Career Level: Mastery
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility
Job Family: Groundskeeping
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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information .

Campus Safety and Security

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