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Landscape Maintenance Worker

Employer
Northeastern University
Location
Massachusetts, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
May 4, 2022


Landscape Maintenance Worker

About the Opportunity

Summary:

Founded in 1898, the Boston campus at Northeastern University boasts 11 acres of green and growing space with this 72 acre, urban oasis. In 2019, Northeastern earned its status as a Level II Campus Arboretum with over 140 distinct species

Responsibilities:

Perform a variety of duties about the premises to maintain plantings, grounds, and hardscape as assigned by the Landscape Supervisor. Maintain trees, shrubs, vines, lawns, and planting beds to ensure vigor and healthy growth through proper pruning watering, weeding, and fertilizing. Assure that a crisp, clean aesthetic prevails though the removal of organic debris and litter from the grounds. Perform a variety of landscaping projects including excavating and grading for installation and/or renovation of display beds, natural turf, and driveway construction. Clean roadways, walkways, and parking areas of debris. Remove trash from grounds on a daily basis to maintain appearance and safety to campus area. Clean snow and ice from university and adjoining areas including roadways, walkways, and steps and parking areas. Plow, shovel, salt, and sand using University snow removal equipment as necessary to maintain safety to pedestrians and vehicles. Responsible for security of personal equipment, including pruning and weeding tools, foul weather gear, boots gloves, etc. Responsible for the operation of the following equipment: powered sweeper, steam cleaner, bobcat and dump truck, and all other ground equipment including jack hammer, Air Knife/Spade, rotor tiller and chain saw. Use various tools and equipment including shovels, pick, broom, rack, and lawnmower, etc. Detect and report improper operation of facility equipment, defective materials and situations that require repair to Supervisor.

Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations.

Perform other related duties as required or as directed.

**40-hour work week: Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 6:00AM - 2:30PM

Qualifications:

Minimum of three years experience in all aspects of landscape installation and maintenance required. A thorough knowledge of turf maintenance techniques required. Some experience in the construction and care of hardscape systems required. Must be able to properly operate a variety of equipment and tools as described above in “Responsibilities.” Must be quality focused and able to communicate effectively with peers and customers, clearly and professionally. Suitable references and the ability to follow directions and interact with a variety of people required

Technical High School diploma with a Horticulture/Forestry concentration, associates or bachelor's degree in horticulture, arboriculture, or related field preferred. Experience in the plant health care industry preferred.

  • Must have a minimum of 3 years experience in the field of landscape maintenance.
  • Must have a valid Massachusetts driver's License.
  • Must be able to work overtime during and weekends when needed.
  • Must have a valid Massachusetts pesticide applicators license.
  • Must have a valid Hydraulic License.
  • Must be able to perform strenuous manual labor including frequent lifting/carrying of heavy loads up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to pass a Grounds Maintenance Proficiency Test
  • Thirty days after employment employees are required to become a member of Union SEIU Local 32BJ.
  • This position requires a background check.
  • A record of safe driving is required.
  • All University staff members must successfully complete a 90-day probationary period.
  • 40-hour work week: Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 6:00AM - 2:30PM
  • Snow team is a requirement of this position.
  • Landscape Maintenance Workers are considered Essential Personnel. This is a condition of employment


Job description subject to change based upon the University needs and demands.

Position Type

Facilities

Additional Information

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.


To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Landscape-Maintenance-Worker_R105501 jeid-15508ca469546641bdf5621173ca193b

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