Groundskeeper II Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Groundskeeper II Heathwood Hall Episcopal School – 4.8 Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time $12 an hour 8 hours ago Qualifications Mid-level Groundskeeping Horticulture Associate’s degree

Horticulture Full Job Description Groundskeeper II Reports To:

Gary Murphy, Director of Facilities and Operations Work Schedule:

8:30a-5:00p Monday-Friday Full-Time, Hourly Position Summary The Groundskeeper II responsibilities include providing landscaping assistance to the team that sustains the grounds of Heathwood Hall. Groundskeeper work includes exercising proper safety procedures while working in outdoor elements during periods of temperature extremes (seasonal weather shifts). The primary focus of the groundskeeper is maintaining the aesthetics of the 122+ acres of Heathwood’s campus. Essential Functions Maintain the outdoor areas of the school campus Scheduled mowing and edging of lawns Trimming of hedges, planting flowers and plants, weeding, seeding, applying fertilizers and managing irrigation systems Debris removal Seasonal maintenance of greenery Pest control measures including application of pesticides and herbicides as needed Minor repairs of fences, walkways, and other outdoor structures Proactive attention to various outdoor areas used by children for opportunities to improve safety or upkeep of heavy traffic areas Maintenance team support in response to various campus work orders Various other Facilities assignments as needed Specific Job Skills Advanced knowledge of equipment safety Advanced knowledge of safe use of mowers, trimmers, blowers and other work related tools and equipment Education and Experience Experience in groundskeeping or a similar position preferred Two year degree in horticulture or similar field, preferred Working Conditions Expansive school campus with 122+ acres, must be able to travel between buildings independently and work outside. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending may be required throughout the day at various intervals Ability to lift up to 50lbs A Final Note Heathwood Hall Episcopal School believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to its success, and that contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors. To apply visit our career center using this site: Heathwood Career Center

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Heathwood Hall Episcopal School participates in E-Verify, as mandated by South Carolina law. This position will require a Criminal Background Check.