Landscaping and Grounds Coordinator II Position Available In Putnam, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Landscaping and Grounds Coordinator II at Tennessee Tech is responsible for maintaining the campus landscaping and grounds. Duties include grass cutting, tree care, trash removal, snow removal, and using various tools and equipment. The position requires a high school diploma and two years of related experience. The salary is commensurate with education and experience, with benefits included.
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Position Information
Position Information Position Number 597020
Working Title Landscaping and Grounds Coordinator II
Job Title Facilities Associate 5
Department M and R – Landscape
Job Type Full-Time
Job Purpose Responsible for the cultivation and care of the landscaping and grounds surrounding the campus. Works in extreme temperatures (hot and cold) to keep the campus clean, safe and attractive. Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Essential Functions Cuts grass and trims with various mowers and power tools. Utilizes knowledge of horticulture techniques to assist in maintaining trees, plants, flowerbeds, shrubbery and other landscaping elements. Picks up and transports trash and provides leaf collection. Utilizes tractors, front end loaders, dump trucks and other commercial equipment to move dirt, sand, gravel and mulch for campus landscaping needs. Uses hand tools such as shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, watering hose, etc. to maintain grounds. Provides snow removal services to the entire campus. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma with at least two years of related experience in landscape maintenance. Preferred Qualifications Two years of landscape construction experience including operation of landscape equipment. Previous agronomic experience. Work Hours Typical Hours are Monday-Friday, 7-3.
Compensation and Benefits Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Pay grade 4.
Benefits Information Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the initial accumulation of one vacation day per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.
Posting Details Posting Date 04/29/2025
Deadline Date 05/13/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants will be required to electronically upload a resume and list of three references at time of application. Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.
