What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mowing Crew position at University of South Carolina?
Posting Number
STA00192PO25
Job Family
Building and Grounds Maintenance
Job Function
Groundskeeping/Landscaping/Turf Management
USC Market Title
Groundskeeper
Link to USC Market Title
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132203
Job Level
A3 - Administrative/Operational Support
Business Title (Internal Title)
Mowing Crew
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
Division of Administration and Finance
Department
DAF Facilities Landscaping
State Pay Band
4
Approved Starting Salary
$37,735
Advertised Salary Range
$37,735-$47,168
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Other
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Provides technical landscape and horticultural services for the campus mowing operations and campus landscape projects. Supports special events and other specialized activities.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires 2 or more years of job related experience.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Driver’s License Required
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Skilled with landscape maintenance equipment. Employee must use initiative and be proactive in discharging duties.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Assist the Campus Mowing Supervisor with the daily mowing operations and maintenance of campus wide lawn and turf areas and assist with campus landscape seasonal projects. Operates mowers, tractors, excavating equipment, trenchers, skid steer, loaders and other construction equipment, edgers, string trimmers, blowers, vacuums, hedge trimmers, chainsaws, tillers and hand tools.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
55
Job Duty
Assigns grounds keeping tasks to contract labor employees and student workers. Provides training to contract workers and student workers. Inspects and reviews work to ensure that the grounds are properly maintained. Shares information, improvement initiatives and problems with the supervisor. Attends training and meetings.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
15
Job Duty
Schedules and plans equipment maintenance and performs preventative maintenance. Maintains and cleans equipment, trucks, etc. in support of mowing and landscape project operations. Ensures public safety and demonstrates appropriate customer service skills. Identifies and reports safety hazards.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Establish and maintain a positive and cooperative working relationship with members of the department and campus community.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
10
Job Duty
Performs administrative related tasks. Completes incident reports as necessary to communicate accidents, equipment damage or failure and any other relevant issues. Daily inspection of equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment. Keeps up with Time and Management system
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Job Duty
Other duties as required.
Essential Function
Yes
Percentage of Time
5
Position Attributes
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
Yes
Hazardous weather category
Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date
03/11/2025
Job Close Date
04/25/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by April 25, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/184509
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $37,735 - $47,168
