Groundskeeper II

POSITION OVERVIEW: Assists in maintaining George Fox University grounds, ensuring a safe and aesthetically attractive campus.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain natural turf and synthetic athletic fields, track and field infrastructure, tennis courts, and landscaped areas around athletic areas and others.
• Perform various landscape maintenance duties including but not limited to edging, mowing, weeding,

pressure washing, pruning, pesticide application, irrigation repair and seasonal ice and snow removal.

• Assist in the installation of new lawn and plant bed areas; create swales and contours.
• Repair and install irrigation systems.
• Successfully supervise student employees, temporary laborers, and community service workers.
• Safely operate and maintain various landscaping equipment.
• Must be available to work weekends and non-routine hours when required.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal advisory role.
• Other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exposure to various outside working and weather conditions, including inclement weather, on a regular basis.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years minimum experience in landscape maintenance role.
• Possess a current ODA public applicators license, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Must be able to frequently lift loads of up to 60 pounds, stand and/or stoop for extended periods of time, and traverse campus grounds for up to two hours while navigating rough terrain, slopes, and stairs in all types of weather.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instruction and respond positively to emergency situations.
• Ability to use computer programs normally used.
• Successful supervisory skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Ability to work cooperatively with various departments.
• Willing to pursue job-related education, classes, and on the job training.
• Evangelical Christian commitment and lifestyle consistent with the university's mission as described on our website.
• Candidates should value an environment that reflects the diversity of God's kingdom, engages in global concerns, and connects culturally.

For Your Personal Well-Being We Offer:

• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by
• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population
• Free Fitness Center membership
• Free parking
• Rich employee benefits

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's Nationally Recognized Christian University!

George Fox has been transforming student lives for over 125 years. Each day we look to broaden our future for generations to come.

We have alumni from 52 countries and all 50 states.

We invite you to become a steward of our dreams using your God-given gifts. Our Purpose: To educate and inspire students to pursue God's calling.

**This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting

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