Grounds Laborer - Arcadia University

Job Description: The Grounds Laborer will perform general grounds keeping duties for all campus properties. This individual will be involved in a wide range of tasks related to landscaping and University grounds maintenance. The Grounds Laborer will play an essential role in creating a safe, clean, and visually appealing environment for all members of the university community. This position is deemed essential, which requires on-call and emergency response to campus, as needed.

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities:

• Maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition
  
• Ensure that sidewalks, driveways, stairways, and garage are free of debris and trash receptacles are empty
  
• Operate powered lawn and maintenance equipment - hand tools, vehicles etc.
  
• Lawn mowing function includes cutting steeply graded areas
  
• Plant; weed; cultivate, and spread mulch in landscaped areas. Prepare holes and trenches as instructed for installing posts, conduits, etc.
  
• Assist with the care and maintenance of all sports fields using appropriate equipment and techniques
  
• Trim and prune shrubbery and trees
  
• Shovel, blow, or plow snow from all public areas
  
• Cleans out gutters, down spouts, window wells and exterior stairwells
  
• Clean grounds including pavement, parking lots and tennis courts; remove litter, debris and refuse
  
• Prepare holes and trenches as instructed for installing posts, conduits, etc.
  
• Rakes leaves and dispose of debris
  
• Move furniture, staging and other materials, including setup for events
  
• Assist with deliveries ensuring timely arrivals of all received goods
  
• Detect and report defective material and unusual conditions to supervisor
  
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition
  
• Assist with the care and maintenance of all sports fields using appropriate equipment and techniques
  
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of all equipment and vehicles
  
• Ability to be exposed to hazardous physical conditions (i.e., confined spaces, heights, mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, etc.), poor atmospheric conditions (i.e., fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation), extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noise.
  
• Must be able to exert up to 100lbs of force occasionally, and/or 50lbs of force frequently and/or up to 20lbs of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
  
• Must have the ability to travel to various locations, both on and off campus
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times
  
• Participate in scheduled department meetings
  
• Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned
  
• Comply with all health and safety directives to include the use and or wearing of personal protective equipment

Qualifications:

• Comply with all health and safety directives to include the use and or wearing of personal protective equipment.
  
• Must be available for scheduled and unscheduled overtime. Be able to respond promptly to emergency call ins often during inclement weather including snow and ice conditions. Must be available for scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
  
• Ability to safely operate power equipment;
  
• Knowledge of basic landscaping equipment which may include standard transmission trucks, commercial mowers, chain saw, and other power equipment
  
• Must have the ability to comprehend oral and written instructions
  
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and other University community members.
  
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member; and good project management skills.
  
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to be exposed to hazardous physical conditions (i.e., confined spaces, heights, mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, etc.), poor atmospheric conditions (i.e., fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation), extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noise.
  
• Contributes to a positive work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
  
• Ability to learn and apply University policies and procedures to ensure operational compliance and reliable judgement.
  
• Must have valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Must successfully complete background check, motor vehicle check and drug screening
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent certification preferred

Application Instructions:

• Applications must be submitted online through Arcadia's Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received, communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once we've established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has ranked Arcadia first nationally in study abroad for 10 of the last 13 years, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the "Best in the Northeast" for eight consecutive years. The University's Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant programs are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report, which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and among the "most innovative," and "best value" colleges. Arcadia promises a distinctively global, integrative, and personal learning experience that prepares students to contribute and lead in a diverse and dynamic world. Through its community of practice and commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) and to combating anti-Black Racism, Arcadia has made facilitating a safe and welcoming environment a priority. Learn more about our vibrant community at www.arcadia.edu.

Our belief and experience is that there is strength in diversity and we are committed to building a welcoming and inclusive environment for students and employees alike. We are a community built on varied experiences and perspectives that beneï¬ts from open-minded discussion and cultural humility. Guided by our University's values, we are committed to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, and we are working towards dismantling anti-Black racism/white supremacy and other forms of interpersonal and systemic discrimination and oppression.

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values. in their work.

At Arcadia University, our JEDI principles (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) are the foundation of our highly regarded, values-based learning community, which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such, Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Position Code: AC136F