Groundskeeper (Nights) - Tempe campus
Arizona State University
FDM FM Grounds Services SS
Campus: Tempe
105436BR
Job Description
Facilities Management seeks a night groundskeeper to maintain grounds and participate in all types of grounds maintenance activities.
Looking for an employer that offers you solid growth opportunities, as well as an inclusive culture and work/life balance? ASU offers the following employee benefits to enhance the total compensation of its staff:
Flexible work schedules
22 days of vacation leave, 12 days of sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff
World-class educational opportunities at deeply discounted rates for employees and eligible family members through its employee tuition reduction program. For more information go tohttps://cfo.asu.edu/reduced-tuition
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
Comprehensive and very affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. More information available athttps://cfo.asu.edu/benefits
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Paid time for volunteer and professional development
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Disability and leave program for income protection
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships
Salary Range
$20.12 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona.
Close Date
31-October-2024
Essential Duties
Maintain grounds and roads, maintain landscaping tools and equipment.Perform maintenance, and install/remove outdoor signage.
Remove debris from stairs and walk, rake leaves and mow lawns.
Pick up litter and empty outdoor trash/recycling cans.
Removal of solid waste from campus and keeping recycled materials separated from the landfill waste.
Operate high pressure power washer.
Operate pick-up trucks, stake-bed truck, flat-rack trucks and dump trucks for hauling purposes and for trash and debris removal.
Perform minor maintenance and repair on equipment and tools as required.
Assist in the maintenance of roads, parking lots and other surfaces including asphalt repairs
Install and remove outdoor signs, parking and traffic control barriers, and overhead banners as required.
Use ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
DAYS AND SCHEDULE:Sunday through Friday; 10:30 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
Minimum Qualifications
Any experience which provides knowledge, skills and ability to perform the work. Employee may be required to possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in:
Power washer operation
Trash compactor operation
Operating stake bed truck
Minor equipment maintenance (e.g. oil changes, blade sharpening, filter changes, spark plug changes, use of grease gun, etc.)
Customer service skills
Evidence of effective communication skills
Working Environment
Activities regularly require long periods of exposure to external elements indigenous to a desert environment, weather, potential exposure to venomous insects, insecticides, herbicides and fertilizers.
Regularly required to operate a variety of landscaping equipment, tools and machines requiring extended periods of walking over uneven and occasionally rocky surfaces, stooping, bending, reaching, lifting and pushing objects of varying weights up to 50 pounds.
Regular use of mowers, trimmers, edgers, shears, spreaders, hoses, hand and power tools/machines.May regularly operate a motor vehicle as assigned.
This position receives regular review of daily work tasks to ensure adherence with established standards for quality, aesthetics, and quantity.
May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific process to be followed, and may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g. safety glasses, hearing protection, negative pressure and positive pressure respirator).
Use of PPE may require medical clearance prior to use.
Department Statement
ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.
Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States.Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.
This position is located at the Tempe campus, Tempe, AZ (on Rural Road south of Apache Blvd).
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.
Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.
Must pass pre-employment audiogram exam post offer of employment.
ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visithttps://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online athttps://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf.You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU PD at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visithttps://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Instructions to Apply
Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.
Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.
Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.
Work reference history information for 3 current and/or former supervisors will be requested at time of interview
Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.
IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.
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