Job Title Groundskeeper/Building Services Technician Essential Job Functions Mows grass and trims with power mowers and other power tools Weeds flower beds and around shrubs and trees as directed Removes dead branches, prunes and maintains trees Assists with the removal and disposal of trash and debris Rakes or blows leaves and grass Moves furniture and sets-up offices and other academic spaces as directed Maintains streets (immediate vicinity of campus) and parking lots Provides support and manpower as directed to other departments During the off-season winter months, may be reassigned to custodial or carpentry departments Other related duties, as assigned Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent One (1) year of grounds keeping and/or maintenance experience preferred Valid Mississippi Driver's License Knowledge Skills and Abilities Good communication skills Ability to follow oral and written instructions and express ideas effectively and concisely Ability to operate maintenance and grounds keeping equipment, power and hand tools Ability to work within the overall organization of Facilities Management Ability to exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks Ability to organize work to efficiently accomplish tasks Ability to apply insecticide and herbicide in a safe and effective manner Ability to calibrate spraying equipment