The University of Cincinnati is continually recognized as one of the most beautiful college campuses in the nation for its green spaces, rolling hills, and winding pathways. The Grounds Maintenance Department at UC is currently seeking motivated Grounds Laborers who are responsible for performing routine grounds maintenance and general labor on all buildings and facilities on campus as part of a cohesive team of individuals that desire to uphold this standard of excellence.

The duties for this position are as follows:

• Perform general grounds keeping and/or grounds maintenance worker functions (e.g., mow, trim trees and edge lawns; weed and water lawns and flower beds; trim shrubs and bushes; seed and sod lawns; assist with planting shrubs and plants; under close supervision may apply pesticides to limited areas, etc.).
• Keep university grounds clean (e.g., pick up papers and other debris; operates a variety of equipment to clean sidewalks, steps, patios, and parking lots when necessary.)
• Perform general labor (outdoor/indoor) when grounds keeping work has been completed. Functions may include, but are not limited to, removal of snow and ice from building walkways and steps, raking leaves, setting up chairs, tables, stages, and platforms and performing general laborer duties such as sweeping, mopping and cleaning floors, cleaning windows and walls, loading and unloading trucks or vehicles, and repairing fences. Graffiti removal and power washing.
• May plant trees, shrubs, and other plants and fertilizes lawns, trees, shrubs, and plants.
• May perform general routine maintenance and/or minor repairs of grounds equipment (e.g., clean, paint, oil, sharpen) utilized within assigned work area.
• Maintain workspace conditions as prescribed by area.
• Upon request, reports to work during various inclement weather conditions and/or emergencies
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Unusual working conditions include working outside in all weather; work with potentially dangerous equipment and chemicals; exposed to dirt, dust, fumes, noise, and elements

Minimum Qualifications: Ability to calculate fractions, decimals and percentages and to read and write common vocabulary; must be able to lift 60-100 pounds and be able to demonstrate full range of motion for bending, stooping, and lifting; must have current valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

COMPLETE APPLICATION: You MUST indicate on your application materials evidence of having the experience, skills, or education required for this title. Please document all dates of employment, description of relevant duties, and full-time/part-time status.

The complete application will be the sole criteria used by Human Resources to determine eligibility, which is based on the minimum qualifications.

SUBJECTS AND WEIGHTS: 100% Training and Experience

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Eligibility test scores are based on meeting the minimum requirements and the rank will be based on the date and time of the application.

Are you eligible to receive Ex-Veteran Credit? You must have a DD214 stating that you received an Honorable Discharge. In order to receive the additional credit for your military service, you must do one of the following with your DD214:

1. Attach a copy of the DD214 to your application.

2. Fax a copy to our office within 3 days after the closing date. Our fax number is 556-9652.

3. Bring a copy to our office within 3 days after the closing date. We are located at the University of Cincinnati, University Hall, 51 Goodman Dr., Suite 340

This position will be a professional position paid at an hourly rate.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / M / F / Veteran / Disabled.

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