To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

MSW1 General Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Willingness to learn and perform landscape maintenance & installation, including maintenance and installation of trees, shrubs, annual and perennial flower beds, mowing lawns and using other power equipment.

MSW2 General Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Experience with maintenance and installation of trees, shrubs, and annual and perennial flower beds; experience operating landscape equipment (mowers, toolcats, tractors, skid steers, small tanker trucks) and using hand tools. Experience with sign maintenance and minor asphalt repair.

Combined Knowledge/Skills/Abilities for all positions:

Must possess good communication skills; the ability to understand and follow directions and provide feedback to supervisor; the ability to perform strenuous labor over long periods of time. Must promote a culture of safety. Must be available to work a regular 8-hour shift between the department hours, 6:30am-3:30pm, Monday through Friday. Must be dependable, cooperative and able to work independently as well as with co-workers of varying backgrounds.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to work in a group setting including following instructions given by a Lead or Supervisor; relating in a positive manner to management and other employees; and assisting in providing a productive and safe work environment. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

No previous experience is necessary. However, previous groundskeeper experience is preferred. Must have a valid driver's license.

• Animals/Wildlife
• Close/Cramped Quarters
• Chemicals
• Dust/Fumes
• Electrical & Mechanical Hazards
• Moving Machinery/Heavy Equipment

up to 50 lbs

This position is represented by the Alaska Higher Education Crafts & Trades Employees (L6070).

**All APPLICANTS **

Current University of Alaska Local 6070 employees will be provided priority employment considerations for the first 5 days, when they meet the minimum qualifications for the posted position.  Current University of Alaska Local 6070 employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the posting should apply before the review date.  However, there is no requirement to be a Bargaining Unit Member in order to apply.  

• If an adequate pool of applicants is not received at that time, applications will be reviewed by date received until the position is filled.

• This recruitment is Open Until Filled and successful submission of an application does not guarantee employment.

Salary Information: MSW1 /Step 1 $14.64/ hour | MSW2 /Step 1 $16.48/hour  (See Article 9.2 in the L6070 Collective Bargaining Agreement, Wage Grade Schedule - http://www.alaska.edu/labor/local-6070/ ).