Grounds Crewman (Pool)

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Grounds Crewman (Pool)

FLSA Status
Non Exempt

Posted Salary Range
$20,800

Employment Status
Full Time

Department
Facilities Management

Job Summary

The selected individual will be responsibility for maintenance and landscaping of the university grounds. Grounds personnel must be available for early morning and/or night hours depending on campus events and in some instances the weather forecast. Work may be done in a group with other groundskeepers, other FM staff, student workers, or staff from other departments. The ability to work with people of diverse personalities, education, and cultural background is important.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

•Ability to work within the overall organization of Facilities Management.
•Must possess good oral and written communication skills with the capacity to follow instructions and the capability to express ideas effectively and concisely.
•Must be willing to seek training to enhance or learn new skills.

Essential Job Functions

•Must be accessible and available in the event of emergencies or when needed to meet the ongoing missions of the University.
•Must possess and maintain a Mississippi Driver’s License.
•Must adhere to all safety standards and work practices set by the Department of Facilities Management.
•Should be well organized and able to work independently without close supervision.
•Should be vitally interested in grounds maintenance.

Qualifications

High School diploma with one to two years experience in the care and maintenance of a similar facility. Will also accept any combination of education, training, or experience which fulfills the requirements of the position and needs of Alcorn State University.

Licensing and Certifications

None

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
Yes

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Occasionally

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Occasionally

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required

Travel
Not Required

Extended Work Hours
Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S695

Number of Vacancies
Pool

Location
Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:
Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700.
Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188
Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA / ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.

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