Groundskeeper I

Groundskeeper I Department 4723 - Grounds Maintenance Position Number 990882 Requisition No. S02729 Salary Range/Pay Rate $20.64 probationary/$21.32 after 90 days Benefits of Working at Oakland University Oakland University offers an excellent benefit program including a comprehensive medical plan with low contribution amounts for our employees, dental and vision plans at no cost for our employees, generous paid time off, University contributions to our 403(b) retirement plan after eligibility is met, tuition assistance for employees and dependents after eligibility is met, free access to our Campus Recreation Center and workout facilities, and flexible work schedules and wellness programs. These are current benefit levels subject to future changes. This position is an Oakland University Campus Maintenance and Trades - MEA/NEA position. The incumbent will be represented by the MEA/NEA. This position will remain open a minimum of five (5) working days. External applicants may be considered. Qualified bargaining unit members will receive interviews and initial consideration. Employee Group/Grade Groundskeeper I Job Category Service Work Schedule FT/Reg (40 hours) Shift/Days This is a full-time position working: Mon-Fri 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Pay Schedule Hour Number of Hrs./Wk. 40 Position Information Position Information Minimum Qualifications High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Less than nine (9) academic hours in landscape technology or a directly related field. Less than one (1) year groundskeeper/landscaping experience. Must possess a valid driver's license and driving record acceptable to the University by the University's insurance carrier. Performs physically active work requiring frequent standing, reaching, walking, bending, digging, shoveling, pulling, pushing, climbing on a ladder and lifting in order to perform various grounds tasks. Frequent lifting requiring the execution of up to sixty pounds of force to move and use supplies, landscaping materials, and grounds equipment. Desired Qualifications All Qualifications Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered. Position Details Position Purpose Under the direction of a grounds supervisor or senior groundskeeper, maintain university hard surfaced and unplanted areas, establish and maintain planted areas.