Scope
Perform skilled work in the care and upkeep of the University grounds including sports fields, lawns, shrubs, walkways, and drives with a minimum of supervision. Work hours vary according to the season and temperature: 6 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. during the summer, and 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. during the cooler months.

Responsibilities
Daily trash pick-up and general cleaning of campus.
Pruning trees, shrubs, and trimming hedges. Removing dead limbs, trees and stumps.
Raking leaves, mowing grass, edging sidewalks, curbs, etc.
Perform operator maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
Planting, watering, feeding and fertilizing grass, trees and foliage.
Perform general maintenance duties for all athletic fields.
Maintain upkeep of campus roads and parking lots.
Use, handle, store, and dispose of chemicals used in grounds keeping in a safe and proper manner.
Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications
Minimum of one year grounds maintenance experience, with a background in landscaping preferred.
High-school graduate or GED preferred.
Knowledge of proper care of trees and shrubs; procedures for maintaining healthy plants; and general landscaping and grounds design.
Knowledge in the operation of athletic field maintenance equipment including fairway mower, dragmat, and line striping machine.
Ability to read English at the level necessary to understand job-related written materials and work orders. Must be at least 21 years of age with a valid Texas drivers’ license and insurable by university carrier.
Ability to work in inclement weather conditions.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs., climb ladders up to 20 ft., and work off a platform lift or scaffolding.
Ability to comply with workplace guidelines and attendance requirements.
Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal history background check required.
Verifiable local references required.

Equipment Operated
Mowers, edgers, chainsaws, forklift, dump truck, and tractors with implements.

About St. Edward’s University
Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward’s University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution of over 5,300 diverse students located in Austin, Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edward’s community, as the university pursues an ambitious plan to be recognized as one of the best small universities in the country.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit an application to: Grounds Supervisor, Physical Plant, Campus Mail Box 1044, St. Edward’s University, 3001 S. Congress Ave., Austin, Texas 78704-6489. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

St. Edward's University is an equal opportunity employer and hires only U.S. citizens and documented workers.

Posted: 01/23/08
Available: Immediately