Position Information

　　Posting NumberSRGV7303

　　Working TitleGROUNDSKEEPER I

　　Number of Vacancies1

　　LocationEdinburg, Texas

　　DepartmentCampus Facilities Operations

　　FTE1

　　FLSANon-Exempt

　　Scope of Job

　　Responsible for skilled maintenance of grass, plants, and trees, including determining and applying treatment to unhealthy plants.

　　Description of Duties

　　To care for grass, plants, and trees and maintain equipment used.

　　Mows grass, trims shrubs, sprays plants, water plants, transplants a large variety of plants and trees, works in the greenhouse, and maintains grounds.

　　Operates and prepares grounds care equipment.

　　Assists with minor irrigation maintenance repairs as needed.

　　Operates and makes minor repairs on variety of equipment, and provides technical assistance within area of responsibility.

　　May be required to have flexible work schedule, to include but not limited to: work evenings, weekends, Holidays, overtime and any campus emergencies.

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Supervision Received

　　General direction from the assigned supervisor.

　　Supervision Given

　　None.

　　Required Education

　　Completion of the 6th grade. Ability to read and write English well enough to comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets ( MSDS ) on chemicals, and other containers, and to understand work orders, complete time cards, and receive oral and written work directions.

　　Preferred Education

　　N/A

　　Licenses/Certifications

　　As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history. Out of State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).

　　Required Experience

　　Six (6) months of experience in the care of plants, trees, and lawns and the knowledge of the operation of grounds equipment.

　　Preferred Experience

　　N/A

　　Equipment

　　Skill in the operation and of tractors, cultivators, hedgers, power mowers, trucks and other equipment used in grounds maintenance.

　　Working Conditions

　　Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Exposure to weather, hazardous mechanical equipment, and agricultural chemicals. Exposure to outside environments, hot, dry, wet, cold; some work in restricted spaces, exposure to dust and dirt, some duties and working conditions may create bodily strain and discomfort. Outdoor environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which requires presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

　　Other

　　Must be physically able to perform duties described above. May occasionally lift heavy objects weighing up to 100 lbs. with or without assistance. Duties involve the lifting, pushing, and moving of heavy objects; digging, stooping, crawling, climbing, reaching, and other manual activities requiring great physical exertion. Danger of hazards and conditions inherent to the trade or assignment. This position will be subject to a pre-employment physical.

　　Physical Capabilities

　　N/A

　　Employment CategoryFull-Time

　　Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience

　　Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience

　　Position Available Date01/23/2024

　　Grant Funded PositionNo

　　If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date

　　Posting Detail Information

　　EEO Statement

　　It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Dear Applicant,

　　Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

　　Date of Birth

　　Social Security Number

　　Gender

　　Ethnicity/Race

　　Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.

　　If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.

　　Additional Information

　　UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

　　All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

　　Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

　　Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/41632

　　Posting Supplemental Questions

　　Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

　　Are you a current UTRGV employee?Yes

　　No

　　Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions

　　Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions

　　No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

　　Please select your highest level of completed education.6th grade education

　　10th grade education

　　High School Diploma or GED

　　Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours

　　Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

　　Masters Degree from an accredited university

　　Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university

　　None of the above

　　Please provide the field of study for your education:(Open Ended Question)

　　Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:Less than 1 year

　　1 year

　　2 years

　　3 years

　　4 years

　　5 years

　　6 years

　　7 years

　　8 years

　　9 years

　　10 years

　　Over 10 years

　　Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?Yes

　　No

　　Applicant Documents

　　Required Documents

　　ResumeOptional Documents

　　Cover Letter/Letter of Application

　　Curriculum Vitae

　　Unofficial Transcripts

　　Reference Letter 1

　　Reference Letter 2

　　Reference Letter 3

　　Certifications and Licenses

　　Training Certificates

　　Other Document

　　List of 3 References

　　Unofficial Transcripts 2

　　Unofficial Transcripts 3

　　Letter of Interest

　　Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

　　Additional Document