What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician, Level I, Groundskeeper position at HAGERSTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE?
SUMMARY STATEMENT
The Maintenance Technician, Level 1, Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the conditions and appearance of the grounds of the campus. This position will maintain the condition and appearance of the lawns, gardens, sidewalks, roadways, bio-swales, and athletic fields. The maintenance technician groundskeeper will have to keep grounds clear of trash, trim and prune trees and shrubs, remove leaves, keep roads and sidewalks clear of trash, leaves, and debris. This position will perform basic maintenance on grounds equipment. This position assists with snow and ice removal. This position involves some amount of independent work, as well as working under the direction of the grounds supervisor. A key component of this position is the dual responsibility of both maintenance and grounds keeping. During days of inclement weather and during winter months the Maintenance Technician, Level 1, Groundskeeper will be assigned by the grounds supervisor to perform regular routine maintenance task.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
The Maintenance Technician, Level 1, Groundskeeper reports directly to the grounds supervisor. This position will work closely with other grounds workers, Garden volunteers, HCC students, and HCC personnel.
DUTIES
Performs grounds keeping, landscaping and minor maintenance duties.
1. Minor mowing and edging sidewalks and curbs.
2. Prune trees and shrubs.
3. Mulch gardens and tree rings.
4. Remove weeds and unwanted debris in gardens and landscaped areas.
5. Remove leaves.
6. Gather and remove trash around campus.
7. Operate a variety of landscaping equipment (mowers, trimmers, blowers, chainsaw, Bed Edger)
8. Operate larger equipment (trucks, dump trucks, tractors, large and small backhoe, mini excavator, Kubota UTV, Bobcat Toolcat machine).
9. Minor maintenance and repairs on grounds equipment.
10. Operate and maintain irrigation system on soccer field.
11. Remove snow from all sidewalks, stairs, parking lots, and roadways. Apply salt when required.
12. Maintain outdoor athletic facilities with the help of athletic department.
13. Assist with special events and other duties as assigned.
14. During inclement weather and periods of inactivity in the area of grounds keeping the employee will remain available for additional assignments from their direct supervisor.
