Groundskeeping Spray Technician - 525265

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $16.63 - Midpoint: $19.95 (Hourly N3)

Department/Organization: 504103 - Grounds

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Job Summary: The Groundskeeping Spray Technician applies herbicides, pesticides and fertilizers in roadsides, ditches, easements, ornamental plants, etc. Inventories, distributes, stores, and purchases herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers. Mixes herbicides and chemicals for the purpose of spraying. Calibrates computer equipment and calculates percentages desired in the mix of various herbicides. Plans and carries out work, resolving any problems in accordance with instructions, policies and accepted practices, and federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances. Drives various vehicles from site to site. May serve as a lead worker over other Grounds employees.

Additional Department Summary: Works overtime as needed, sometimes on short notice. Works long days frequently, including standing, walking, lifting, and carrying. Works in all climates of weather (hot, cold, rain, etc.) depending on the season. Works at a series of assigned locations for job related activities, including football games.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of herbicide, landscaping, or groundskeeping experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have a valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that complies with university policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.

Skills and Knowledge: Ability to perform preventative and minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment. Ability to maintain accurate records related to chemical application. Ability to operate a spray truck, computerized spray machine, 200 gallon sprayer, backpack sprayer, fertilizer and spreader, aerifier and hand tools while performing essential functions. Ability to identify varieties of weeds, trees, flowers, shrubs, and grasses. Ability to lead and instruct a small work crew. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to deal effectively with the public.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

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