PHYSICAL PLANT (NW-PHYP-IUNWA)

The IU Northwest Physical Plant is a member of the University Community, maintains the physical environment and provides services to support the University in reaching its goal of excellence in education and public service. We promote well-being through an attractive and convenient environment conducive to learning. We provide service to our customers at the University and surrounding community in an efficient and timely fashion. We keep our buildings and grounds attractive, safe, clean and functioning properly.

• Mows, trims and edges turf areas using riding mower, push mower, weed whip and edger. Mulches,weeds, removes thatch, aerates, and trims and edges around flower beds, walks, pathways and walls.Prepares planting beds with hand and power tools; integrates soil amendments; plants bulbs, flowers,ground covers, trees and shrubs; applies mulch. Prunes trees, shrubs, vines and hedges.
• Applies seed, fertilizer and chemicals.
• Rakes leaves. Performs snow and ice removal with hand tools and power equipment.
• Participates in a variety of general maintenance tasks. Performs minor wall/drywall repair and painting; minor plumbing related repairs (faucet washers, clogged toilets, fountains, irrigation, etc).
• Maintains parking lots and signage, clears storm water grates, paints curbs and stripes lots, and fills pot holes. Collects trash and items to be recycled.
• Checks lighting fixtures and changes/replaces light bulbs.
• Transports parts, tools, equipment, and materials.
• May wash vehicles, checks and tops off fluid levels, and delivers vehicles for maintenance or servicing.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties.
• Drives University vehicles as needed. Works any shift as needed.
• Assists with snow removal activities as necessary.

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or GED

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 1 year of experience with landscape or grounds related work OR 1 year of experience with light general maintenance.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Valid drivers license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire

SKILLS

Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, techniques, skills, materials, and methods of landscaping and maintenance of lawns and formal plantings
• Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Ability to operate riding and push mower, power tiller, power edger, weed whip, blower, sprayer, tractor, skid steer loader, dump-bed truck, basic hand and power tools, truck and trailer and string trimmer
• Ability to perform minor maintenance of grounds-related equipment
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds
• Ability to apply seed, fertilizer and chemicals
• May be required to acquire and maintain position-required certifications

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. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Must be available to work during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) when weather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to take care of the campus. 24-hour a day emergency response as needed.

Career Level: Foundational

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Groundskeeping

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.

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.

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