Job Description
Job Description
Augustana University invites applications for the position of full-time Landscaping Coordinator (General Maintenance) in Facility Services. This position operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evenings and weekends to assist with campus events and on-call needs.
The Landscaping Coordinator is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the beauty, safety, and overall appearance of the university’s grounds and college-owned property.
The duties, competencies, and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
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Maintain all campus grounds during the growing season to ensure a healthy, aesthetically pleasing environment.
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Participate in the general maintenance of college-owned property, including athletic fields.
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Operate lawn and landscaping equipment including riding mowers, small tractors, forklifts, pickup trucks, hand mowers, weed trimmers, blowers, and related tools.
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Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on grounds equipment, including blade sharpening, oil changes, and cleaning.
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Plant and maintain flowers and landscape beds in consultation with the Director of Facility Services, including seasonal installation and removal.
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Monitor and maintain the health of trees, shrubs, and hedges.
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Apply fertilizers, pesticides, and weed control treatments as directed.
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Support campus recycling and solid waste removal initiatives, including litter pickup and maintaining trash receptacles.
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Assist with delivery of recyclable materials to approved facilities.
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Inspect and verify completion of assigned work orders.
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During periods when outdoor work is limited, assist with general maintenance in campus buildings and residences, including basic HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and painting tasks.
Qualifications for this position:
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High school diploma required.
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Valid driver’s license required.
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Strong desire to work outdoors and contribute to maintaining a beautiful campus environment.
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Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Ability to prioritize work, solve problems, and complete tasks with attention to detail and aesthetics.
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Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and work in fluctuating weather conditions.
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Experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, athletic field care, equipment operation, fertilization, or weed control is preferred but not required.
What can you bring to the table?
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A strong work ethic and self-motivation.
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The ability to take initiative and carry projects through to completion.
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Attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship.
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The ability to build positive working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
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A commitment to safety and adherence to established procedures and training requirements.
Interacting with students, faculty and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view and a deep appreciation of and respect for academic values and culture must be a top value of the candidate.
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants are asked to submit the following materials in one document to our career center. If assistance is needed during the application process, please contact humanresources@augie.edu.
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Letter of interest
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Resume
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Contact information for at least three references
Augustana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Title IX Employer. Applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act and may be required to submit official transcripts upon employment. Finalist candidates must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment background check.