Indiana University Bloomington

Assists with proper maintenance of tree and shrub care, landscape beds, bioswales, ponds, parking lots, storm water drains, walking paths, trails, and other campus venues.. Pond and storm waterway maintenance.. Maintains parking lots, roadways, walkways, paths, walking trails, athletic courts and fields, outdoor seating/furniture, and road signs.. Seals coat, stripes, paints, and completes minor repairs to paved areas and surfaces.. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator.

landscape assistant

Job Summary Department-Specific ResponsibilitiesAssists with maintaining and preserving beautiful and sustainable campus grounds in a safe and orderly manner. Mows, trims, and edges grass.Rakes and collects leaves.Seeds, fertilizes, plants, prunes, weeds, mulches and waters trees, shrubs and flowers.Shovels snow and spreads salt, cinders and sand.Operates grounds equipment. Assists with proper maintenance of tree and shrub care, landscape beds, bioswales, ponds, parking lots, storm water drains, walking paths, trails, and other campus venues. Assists with event set-ups and tear down. Mows grass.Trims, edges, and clears walkways.Pond and storm waterway maintenance.Maintains parking lots, roadways, walkways, paths, walking trails, athletic courts and fields, outdoor seating/furniture, and road signs.Collects trash and debris.Removes branches, leaves, and weeds. Seals coat, stripes, paints, and completes minor repairs to paved areas and surfaces.Operates, maintains, and assists with upkeep of grounds equipment (tractors, mowers, seeders, sprayers, chainsaws, weed eaters, blowers and pruning tools.) Cleans, maintains, and updates equipment.Sets up and removes of tables/chairs/furniture, staging platforms, podiums, banners, clean-up, etc.Assists with special projects such as: painting, flooring removal/installation, etc. Performs clean-up responsibilities.Moves and transports furniture, equipment, and other campus supplies.Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Other Duties as AssignedQualifications EDUCATIONRequiredGeneral knowledge at the high school levelSKILLSRequiredAbility to read, understand and follow written/oral instructionsAbility to work flexible scheduleAbility to work under diverse weather conditionsBasic computer skills such as Microsoft Outlook and WordProven orientation toward quality serviceExperience with some of the following equipment: sprayer, riding and walk behind mowers, tractor, chainsaw, backhoe, power seeder, clippers, trencher, bush hog, pruning tools, spreader, truck with snow blade and salt spreader, forklift, water pumps, weed eater, blower, hand tools, garden tools, shovel, rack, pick, posthole digger, etc. Working Conditions / Demands This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. This position requires the Ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.Additional Information Employer sponsorship is not available for this position.Work Location IU Southeast CampusNew Albany, IndianaAdvertised Salary $14.00 per hourWork Hours Up to 20 hours per week. Job Classification Career Level: Part Time EmployeeFLSA: NonexemptJob Function: Part Time EmployeeJob Family: Part Time EmployeeClick here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.Posting Disclaimer This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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