Indiana University · 8 hours ago
Landscape Technician
Bloomington, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$17.43/hr - $17.43/hr
1+ years expIndiana University is committed to maintaining beautiful and functional campuses through its Capital Planning and Facilities unit. The Landscape Technician will be responsible for various grounds maintenance tasks including mowing, trimming, and preparing planting beds, as well as performing snow and ice removal.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
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; rakes leaves
Performs snow and ice removal with hand tools and power equipment
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
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire
Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
Proficient in English with written and verbal 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
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 tools, truck and trailer, and strong trimmer
Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds
May be required to acquire and maintain position-required certifications
Ability to apply seed, fertilizer and chemicals
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Preferred
1 year of landscape or grounds-related work experience
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Company
Indiana University
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