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Seasonal Grounds Keeper - Vernal
Vernal, UT
Job Description
Seasonal Grounds Keeper - Vernal
Requisition ID: 2024-7623
# of Openings: 2
Location: US-UT-Vernal
Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
Position Type: Temporary Part-Time
Job Classification: Non-Benefited
College: Statewide Campuses
Department: Statewide Campuses-Uintah Basin
Advertised Salary: $12.00 per hour
Overview
The successful applicant will be a grounds keeper for the Utah State University Uintah Basin Vernal Campus. They will work with the landscaper to make sure the lawns and flower beds are aesthetically pleasing.
The grounds keeper works under the direction of the Vernal landscaper. The incumbent uses discretion and independent judgment in performance duties by completing assigned duties in a timely manner and in accordance with University standards.
This is an ACA Variable position.
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
- Be willing to take personal ownership of duties/tasks and participate in a shared vision for the success and growth of the Uintah Basin Campus.
- Work with a positive attitude prepared with observations, concerns or needs as part of the custodial staff.
- Hours of work are arranged, but are generally between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and other times as assigned.
- This is a seasonal position that will run through the end of September - October 2024.
Qualifications
- The ability to understand and apply principles, policies, procedures, and equipment required for the job.
- Familiar with lawn and flower care procedures, using practices and procedures to ensure a sanitary, safe, and aesthetically pleasing facility.
- Ability to effectively handle multiple projects.
- Must be able to work under supervision and take direction from supervisors.
- Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience in landscaping.
- Self-starter who takes initiative with minimal supervision.
Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:
- Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
- Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
$12.00 per hour
ADA
Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.
University Highlights
Utah State University (USU) was founded in 1888 and is Utahs land-grant and space-grant university. USU is one of only 146 research institutions in the U.S. classified as R1 "very high research activity" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. As one of the two premier research institutions in Utah, USU provides a high-quality education at an affordable price. With its main campus in Logan, the university serves approximately 27,500 students, including 24,255 undergraduates and 3,171 graduate students. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for 25 years.
USUs statewide system features three residential campuses, 30 total campus locations, and 23 Extension education centers. The university employs 903 full-time faculty members, 124 executive administrators, and 1,649 full-time support staff. USU offers 115 undergraduate majors, as well as 91 masters and 42 doctoral degrees. about USU.
A core characteristic of USU is engagement with communities and people in economic development, improvements to quality of life, and human capital. Through the practical application of knowledge, the University and its faculty engage and share expertise with the state, nation, and world, preserving the historical land-grant tradition of partnering with communities to address critical societal issues in the interest of the public good.
The USU main campus is located in beautiful , a city of about 50,000 situated in a picturesque mountain valley about 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. Outstanding recreational opportunities abound in the nearby mountains and proximate region.
USU is sensitive to the needs of dual career couples and provides a to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment.
USU endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access in all aspects of employment to qualified persons with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Human Resource office at 435-797-0122 or submit a request at hr@usu.edu.
USU Land Acknowledgment
Please visit our website to learn about of the eight tribes of Utah.
Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, , Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, , Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit , or contact:
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481,
U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695,
*updated 11/2022
Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov
U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov
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USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university’s academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law (https://equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination).
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Temporary, Full or Part Time
Salary and Benefits
$12.00 per hour
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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