Primary Function:
Maintain University lawns, sidewalks, curbs, signs, and other landscape features as needed.
This position receives general supervision. Broad instructions are provided and the staff member uses judgment and experience to carry out assignments. Completed assignments and finished products are reviewed by the supervisor after completion.
Career Band: NE3
Position Appointment Details:
Position Description
Typical Duties & Responsibilities:
Judgment Required:
Prescribed, established procedures are primarily used to perform the essential functions of this position.
Machines & Equipment Used:
Weedeater,
Dump truck,
Blower,
Leaf truck,
Leaf machine,
Edger,
Gas pruner,
Chainsaw,
Grinder,
Mower,
Hand tools,
Rototiller,
Tractor,
Bush hog,
Pressure washer
Personal Interaction/Communication:
Attributes of a Successful Candidate
Education:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience:
1-2 years experience performing manual work with exposure to small equipment operation and preventative maintenance.
Job-Related Skills:
Ability to safely lift 50 pounds to shoulder height.
Licenses & Certifications:
Must have a valid Tennessee driver’s license.
Supplemental Information
Working Environment:
Most work is performed outdoors with exposure to weather conditions
Works with chemicals;
May work at heights of 30’ – 40’.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to stand for extended periods of timeMust be able to walk for extended periods of time.Must be able to climb (many stairs, ladders).Must be able to crawl and or kneel.Must be able to push and/or pull objects.Must be able to use feet for repetitive tasks.Must be able to use hands for repetitive tasks.Must be able to navigate steep and rough terrain.Must be able to lift between 51-100 pounds (Heavy work).Must be able to carry between 51-100 pounds (Heavy work)
Any additional requirements specific to this position:
Hours Monday – Friday 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Some weekend and overtime work will be required with Emergency Call Outs to work during periods of ice & snow to be expected. Hours are subject to change based on work requirements.
The University of the South, commonly known as Sewanee, comprises a nationally ranked residential College of Arts and Sciences and a School of Theology. The University is strongly committed to the values of intellectual inquiry, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and living and serving in community. Situated on 13,000 acres atop Tennessee’s Cumberland Plateau, Sewanee is known for its stunning natural beauty while providing easy access to Chattanooga, Nashville, and Huntsville. The University is affiliated with the Episcopal Church and seeks to help employees of all backgrounds and identities flourish.
DEI Institutional Statement:At the University of the South, our commitment to inclusion and belonging is grounded in our core values of community, courage, flourishing, and inquiry. We seek to build a community enriched by our diversity and centered on equity, justice, mutual respect, and shared responsibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of the South is an equal-opportunity educational institution that is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive campus environment.
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