What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Worker position at Crescens?
Job title : Grounds Worker
Location : Knoxville, TN (Onsite)
Duration : 7 months
Type : Contract
37.5 hours per week
Description :
Responsible for maintaining campus grounds, walkways, and roads to provide a clean and safe place for students, staff, and visitors. Assists others in the operations division and facilities department as directed. This is a working-class position that reports to the grounds crew leader under the supervision of the facilities manager. An employee in this position performs lawn care and landscaping services across the entire campus.
Responsibilities :
- Cuts grass and does non-detailed trimming of trees and shrubs.
- Removes debris(natural or man-made) to improve campus appearance and to maintain campus safety.
- Operates trimmers, leaf blowers, mowers, tractors, and other equipment- both motorized and non-motorized.
- Performs building maintenance work and custodial tasks as required by supervisor.
- Maintains campus safety by removing snow and ice from roads and walkways and other safety measures.
- Performs basic routine maintenance on grounds equipment and other small engine equipment on campus.
- Operates various state-owned vehicles both on and off campus.
- Maintains simple records and make routine reports to supervisor.
- Follows safety protocols and uses personal protective equipment as necessary.
Qualifications Required :
