Groundskeeper - Refuse

Groundskeeper

• Refuse Bucknell University
• 4.2 Lewisburg, PA Job Details Full-time $18.40
• $23.

00 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Outdoor work Garbage truck Chainsaw Pruning (plant care) Composting Truck delivery (delivery method) Mid-level Forklift CDL Mowing High school diploma or GED Plant pest control Waste collection Irrigation systems Backhoe operation Machine maintenance 2 years

Full Job Description Position Title:

Groundskeeper•

Refuse Position Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Categories:

Staff Non-exempt Job Summary:

Bucknell University is currently accepting applications for a Groundskeeper

• Refuse Truck. As a member of the essential services team, the successful candidate will perform general landscape and grounds maintenance duties as assigned, including turfgrass management, refuse collection, snow removal, event support, pest control, and pressure washing. Additionally, the candidate will operate and maintain a variety of hand
• and motor-driven tools and equipment, as well as operate the refuse truck.

Job Duties:

Reporting Relationship Reports to the Grounds Crew Leader Work Setting/Schedule On-campus Monday

• Friday, 6:00am
• 2:30pm Essential services staff are required to report to work during times of campus closure or emergencies What You Will Do Drives and operates refuse truck, tractor trailer, and other vehicles that requires a commercial driver's license Maintains and installs landscaping planting by pruning, planting, watering, weeding, edging, trimming, mulching, and composting.

Maintains turf grass as well Collects and transports recycling and trash to transfer area Maintains assigned equipment including sharpening blades, lubricants, filters, belts, and irrigation systems Assists with events set-up and break-down and moving furniture Operates small and large engine equipment such as chain saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, blowers, tractors, backhoes, and forklifts Assists with plowing, shoveling, and removing snow The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed. What You Will Bring Required High school diploma or GED 2 years of landscaping and equipment experience Valid Commercial Driver's License Pesticide license Preferred, But Not Required Vocational/technical training or degree 4+ years of landscaping and equipment experience Physical Requirements Outdoor work in all weather conditions Frequent noise and exposure to machinery, vehicles, heights, electricity, and chemicals Lift 50+ lbs regularly Exposure to dust, fumes, and respiratory irritants Frequent physical activity (bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling)

Job Exempt:

No Salary Range:

18.40-23.00 The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy. This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Benefits:

Eligible full

• and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to): Flexible scheduling options determined by role; Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions) Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!

) Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods. A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (

• Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.

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Inclusive Excellence:

Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information. E-Verify Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email .