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Landscape Gardener I - Facilities Management

Employer: Georgetown University
Location: Washington D.C.

Administrative Jobs: Institutional & Business Affairs, Auxiliary Services, Facilities Management & Sustainability
Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

Landscape Gardener I - Facilities Management

Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Landscape Gardener I performs journey level skilled work in support of the Grounds/Landscape area for the purpose of enhancing overall campus beautification and maintaining a safe, functional, clean, efficient and attractive living and learning environment. The incumbent performs grounds maintenance, snow and ice removal, campus cleanup, landscape installation, landscape maintenance, and operates grounds equipment in order to promote campus safety, aesthetics, and functionality. Reporting directly to the Grounds/Landscape Supervisor along with other technician I positions, the Landscape Gardner I has additional duties that include but are not limited to:

Performs all grounds maintenance, landscape maintenance and various grounds related tasks.
Performs all tasks related to installation of landscape materials.
Ensures that assigned area is clean.
Removes trash and recyclable materials from the campus grounds and landscape areas, and removes postings, graffiti, and chalk from campus public spaces.
Safely operates all grounds equipment including mowers, edgers, and all-terrain vehicles.
Monitors equipment maintenance needs to ensure proper performance.
Operates irrigation systems, identifies irrigation problems, and makes designated repairs.
Performs snow and ice removal of campus staircases and walkways.
Assists in the application of pesticides on campus plantings as needed.
Maintains pesticide application requirements through in-house and off-site pesticide training.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent
1-3 years of grounds and landscape maintenance experience
Valid driver's license
Ability to operate pickup trucks, tractors, skid steer loaders, all-terrain vehicles and other specialized grounds equipment

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Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.

Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement:
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at https://benefits.georgetown.edu or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.

To apply, visit https://georgetown.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Georgetown_Admin_Careers/job/Main-Campus/Landscape-Gardener-I---Facilities-Management_JR07108

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