Grounds Person

Classification
Regular

Minimum Pay
$20.83
Compensation will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Grounds Person will ensure proper maintenance of assigned college grounds to reflect a positive image of the college. Will maintain an attractive, pleasant, and safe external environment at the college.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, handling a variety of tasks, in a positive team environment. MCC offers a robust benefits plan to include health & dental, life insurance, retirement with employer match, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, sick leave, EAP, tuition coverage for post-secondary courses at MCC and the Nebraska University system, and more!

This announcement is open until filled and may close at any time.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

- Performs ground maintenance of college property such as mowing lawns, trimming shrubs and snow removal, to keep grounds hazard-free and attractive.
- Performs landscaping duties such as planting and proper care of new and existing plants, installing and/or repairing retaining walls, edging, etc.
- Inspects, maintains, and properly stores all tools and equipment.
- Inspects, repairs and maintains sprinkler system as needed.
- Inspects and maintains vehicles and equipment daily.
- Picks up litter, limbs, and debris and empty trash receptacles.
- Assists in facility use set-ups.
- Consistently and dependably attends work, activities, and functions as scheduled or assigned.

SPECIAL NOTE: This position is designated essential and may be called in for emergency situations, to include, but not limited to snow removal, structural failures, and natural disasters.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Monday - Friday

Spring, Summer, Fall Hours: 11:00am- 7:30pm

Winter Hours: 2:00pm- 10:30pm

This is an on-premise position at Fort Omaha Campus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

- Knowledge in the use of pesticides, fungicides, turf chemicals and fertilizers.
- Knowledge in lawn care and landscaping.
- Skills in operation of standard lawn care and light construction equipment and vehicles.
- Manual dexterity and motor coordination skills to perform grounds maintenance.
- Ability of lift in excess of 100 lbs.
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, push, pull, reach and walk to complete assigned tasks.
- Ability to drive.
- Ability to handle extreme temperatures and harsh working conditions.
- Ability to use a personal computer.
- Ability to communicate verbally, written form, voice, e-mail etc.
- Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One-year related work experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Valid driver’s license and insurability by college carrier to drive college vehicles.
- Must pass background check.

- This position is categorized as “designated”, as it pertains to temporary College closures or adverse conditions.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

- E.P.A. certification preferred.