Groundskeeper, Patriots Point (Re-Announcement)

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Internal Title

Groundskeeper, Patriots Point (Re-Announcement)

Position Type

Classified

Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration

Non-Faculty

Pay Band

2

Level

1

Department

Patriots Point Maintenance

Job Purpose

Assists supervisors and fellow groundskeepers with properly maintaining the athletic fields and internal and external grounds of the Patriots Point Athletics Complex and Tennis Center.

Minimum Requirements

Elementary education and professional experience in groundskeeping, janitorial or building maintenance work. Experience preferred in golf course maintenance, or landscape maintenance. Must have the ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions. Knowledge of commonly used landscape plants and irrigation systems helpful. A valid SC drivers license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment, as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment and/or personnel. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be willing to learn sports field set-up, tear down, and other specific tasks involved with sports field maintenance (watering fields, painting, chalking, mowing patterns, etc.). Must be willing to learn basic irrigation maintenance and to identify plants and insects. Must be reliable and responsible. All employees of the College are expected to perform their jobs in a safe manner in accordance with best safety practices as prescribed by their department, the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration training as provided by Facilities Management at the College of Charleston.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

Must be physically able to carry out duties as described, including lifting and handling heavy equipment and working outside in all types of weather. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. May be required to be on site or on campus prior to and immediately following all emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, snow/ice storms etc. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, during the busy season or special events.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. *Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background c