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Colgate University is Hiring a Groundskeeper Near Hamilton, NY
Job Category Facilities
Position Title Groundskeeper
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Division Finance and Administration
Department Facilities - Grounds
Hiring Wage/Salary Range $20.05-$22.59
DeterminationWhen extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.
BenefitsCurrent Benefits
Colgate University is proud to offer in-depth, competitive benefits that support the health and wellbeing of our employees and their family. The majority of benefits are effective on the date of hire.
Health And Wellness:We pride ourselves on the scope and quality of the benefits offered to our employees. We invite candidates to visit our Benefits page to learn more about our generous benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, behavioral health benefits, disability and life insurance, 403 B Retirement with employer core and matching contributions.
Paid Time Off:Vacation time (varies based on position classification), sick time, 13.5 holidays including a Winter Recess between Christmas and New Year’s and 3 floating holidays.
Paid Family Leave:After six months of employment, employees become eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid time off up to 67% of salary to a state maximum for bonding with a newborn, adopted or foster child, caring for a family member with a serious health condition or to help after a family member has been deployed to active military duty abroad.
Continuing Education And Professional Development:Employees and their spouse/domestic partner may take up to 2 courses per semester at Colgate, tuition free with a $20 per course registration fee.
Funding for work related courses to obtain an undergraduate or graduate degree related to your current position.
After 7 years of service in an eligible position an employee’s eligible children may be awarded up to half of Colgate’s tuition to attend an accredited college, university or trade school of their choice.
Along with a generous benefits package, additional perks unique to Colgate University include but are not limited to free on campus parking, free gym membership with discounts for family members, reduced Seven Oaks Golf Course memberships, University Bookstore discount, free library access, 3 free tickets for any regular season athletic home event, access to Colgate owned Bewkes Center and Glendening Boathouse, free access to all cultural events.
Department StatementIt is the mission of the Facilities Department at Colgate University to create the safest, cleanest, and most comfortable environment that further distinguishes Colgate University as a world-class educational institution. We work hard as part of a unified team, to make everyone who arrives on campus feel welcomed.
“One team, one mission”
The Facilities Department provides the physical environment, utilities, and facilities support services necessary to promote the educational and research activities of the university. To ensure quality service to our community, we provide strong coordination and communications between multi-functional groups and our customers, with a customer-oriented approach. Training and development of self-directed teams promotes a work environment that encourages employee initiative, engagement and development.
AccountabilitiesAccountable for maintaining beautification of campus grounds and athletic fields, as well as completing campus work requests such as moves, large deliveries and event set ups.
Specific Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:
- Delivery of large items, stage/chair set ups and other related duties for campus events and furniture moves.
- Assist tradespersons as general laborers.
- Maintain traffic signage.
- Cleaning of garage and fleet vehicles.
- Snow and Ice removal (mechanically and manually),
- Respond to all general tasks related to campus work requests as assigned. Must be willing to accept assignments at any work location, as workload requires.
- Perform lawn maintenance including grass cutting, trimming, seeding, fertilization, litter and leaf removal, hedge trimming, brush cutting, limited tree trimming and felling, planting, weed control and general beautification of University property.
- Maintain athletic fields for intramural and intercollegiate events, care of hockey rink including ice making and Zamboni operation, pest control and pesticide application, minor maintenance and lubrication of mechanical equipment, operation of garbage and recycling trucks, and other similar kinds of work as required.
Name Customer Service/Communication
DescriptionDemonstrates ability to provide professional communications in all interactions, including face-to-face, phone, radio or written. Demonstrates ability to diffuse the most challenging situations and remain calm and focused and escalate as required. Demonstrates ability to communicate (oral and written) with customers in an appropriate level of detail, including appropriate policies and procedures as related to requests (e.g. work orders, appropriate shop). Always demonstrates confidence to the user in Facilities’ ability to solve issues. Demonstrates ability to appropriately broker services that do not relate to Facilities. Demonstrates positive relationships with all students, faculty, employees, parents, alumni and guests. Demonstrates an ability to work with a diverse group of constituents.
Name Regulatory, Safety and Equipment Operations
DescriptionDemonstrates use of all safety regulations (federal, state and local), as well as Colgate policies, practices and procedures to carry out duties in a safe manner related to carrying out duties. Operates and maintains tools, equipment and vehicles in accordance with safety regulations, policies and procedures. Stays up-to-date on required training.
Name Project and Job Planning
DescriptionDemonstrates ability to efficiently plan jobs and projects by developing requirements, coordinating across teams, with customers and with outside contractors for timely completion. Ability to plan for the impact on campus events. Demonstrates an ability to proactively plan for projects including time and ordering parts. Demonstrates an understanding of the sustainable impact.
Name Technology
DescriptionDemonstrates ability to use technology (e.g. email) to communicate and record work activity as required. Demonstrates expertise knowledge related to technology (e.g. systems, tools, equipment) that is used for specific duties. Demonstrates expertise knowledge in database sufficient for accurate recording of receiving and inventory.
Name Vendor Relations
DescriptionDemonstrates positive relationships with contractors and vendors. Follows University guidelines for bidding and selection of services and goods. Ensures that assigned contractors and vendors follow University guidelines.
Name Team Work
DescriptionDemonstrates an ability to work as part of a unified team, with positive relationships with all members of the department. Demonstrates strong coordination and communications between multi-functional teams to get the job done and done well. Demonstrates guidance and encouragement to fellow team members to be successful.
Name Groundskeeping
DescriptionDemonstrates a thorough understanding of proper lawn maintenance techniques and care for athletic fields and ice rink. Demonstrates the proper skills for operating motorized equipment and vehicles in a safe manner. Demonstrates the proper pesticide application in accordance with the NYS DEC .
Behavioral Competencies
Name Personal Accountability for Results
DescriptionTakes responsibility for decisions, performance, and outcomes; behaves in a responsible manner with a positive attitude; shows self-awareness and openness to feedback.
Name Effective Communication
DescriptionDemonstrates effective written and oral communication skills; shares information and seeks input from others; adapts communication to diverse audiences; protects private and confidential information.
Name Problem Solving and Decision Making
DescriptionAnalyzes and prioritizes situations to identify and solve problems; generates solutions to improve efficiency and quality; involves others in solving problems and making decisions; factors organizational goals into decisions; makes clear, transparent, and timely decisions.
Name Change Management
DescriptionResponds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance; understands the long-term direction of the university and can relate this to departmental area; adapts to new methodologies; identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate.
Name Leadership and Teamwork
DescriptionApplies skills and knowledge to provide a climate to achieve departmental and organizational success; balances individual and department goals; helps others perform at their best; builds productive relationships to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness; treats others with respect; resolves conflicts among team members.
Name Creativity and Innovation
DescriptionGenerates, explores, encourages, and implements innovative ways of creating strategic value for the university, division, department, and individual level; critically assesses the effectiveness of new initiatives.
Name Diversity and Inclusion
DescriptionDemonstrates respect for people and their differences; understands the benefits of a diverse workforce; earns the trust and respect of others; includes and welcomes others; works to understand the perspective of others; promotes opportunities to experience diversity within our community.
Name Sustainability
DescriptionUnderstands the impact of decision making and personal behavior in achieving the university’s commitment to a sustainable and carbon-neutral campus; supports and advances the university’s sustainability initiatives; influences others to use sustainable practices.
RequirementsProfessional Experience/ Qualifications
- Must be capable of working cooperatively with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students on a daily basis.
- Requires the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of constituents.
- Experience in operation of motorized farm-type equipment and some background knowledge of general grounds work and equipment maintenance preferred.
- New York State DEC Pesticide Applicator license highly desirable.
- CDL (Class B) permit or license.
Certifications
- A current valid driver’s license, in accordance with the University’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required.
- The successful candidate will be required to obtain CDL (class B) permit within 45 days from the date of hire and a CDL (class B) license will be required within six months of hire/transfer date. CDL holders are subject to random drug testing and required to pass a physical exam in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, as well as stoop, bend, reach and climb.
- Required to lift and carry up 50 pounds, while from time-to-time may be required to assist with lifting objects up to 100 pounds.
- Required to work in all type of weather conditions.
- Position is deemed essential under the University’s Essential Personnel Policy.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends and overtime, as required.
- Responsible for following all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner including but not limited to wearing PPE required for specific duties and safe handling of chemicals as outlined by University policies and/or the supervisor.
- Responsible for immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to the supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety.
- Required to wear a uniform, as provided.
Requisition Number 2024S044Posting
Temporary No
Work ScheduleApril – November: Monday-Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm
December – March: Monday-Friday, 2:30pm – 11:00pm
Shifts may change based on the needs of the University.
Job Open Date 06/03/2024
Job Close DateOpen Until Filled No
Special Instructions SummaryEEO StatementIt is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Clery Act CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu .
Job Summary
Full Time
Colleges & Universities
$32k-45k (estimate)
03/28/2023
07/03/2024
colgate.edu
HAMILTON, NY
1,000 - 3,000
2009
Private
BRIAN CASEY
$200M - $500M
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About Colgate University
Colgate is a residential liberal arts college that provides academic programs in the fields of arts, humanities, mathematics and social sciences.
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