Zone Landscape Specialist

Salary/Position Classification

• $37,000+ Annual, Dependent on Experience, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus

Purpose of Position

The Zone Landscape/Grounds Specialist is primarily responsible for performing general labor and landscape work. This position will also oversee temporary, seasonal and/or institutional helpers to ensure proper care of the University’s Grounds and Landscaping.

Zone Landscape/Grounds specialists are also responsible for seasonal work such as snow removal, general maintenance to equipment and buildings, as well as assisting trades and building services.

All Facilities Management positions are subject to callbacks twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Landscape & Grounds Care
  • Plant, fertilize, spray, water, prune, seed, propagate, and cultivate grasses flowers, bushes, trees and other plants/shrubbery as directed.
  • Remove weeds from all turf areas, hard surfaces, mulched beds and planting areas.
  • Prune shrubs/trees as directed.
  • Paint/mow athletic fields and parking lot lines.
  • Minor asphalt patching on campus roads and parking lots. 
• General Labor
  • Perform general labor and landscape work such as picking up trash and litter, emptying of refuse containers, mowing grass, and operating maintenance equipment.
  • Sweeping and vacuuming of designated paved areas.
  • Required equipment operation includes riding/push lawn mowers, line trimmers, and chainsaw.
  • General maintenance and upkeep of equipment. Clerical Duties
  • Maintain and enter correct work orders, use of materials, and labor hours.
  • Check email and other computer-related tasks assigned, such as required training. - (Essential)
• Snow Removal and Seasonal Miscellaneous Duties
  • Run snow removal equipment on sidewalks and in parking lots on campus.
  • Haul snow from parking lots.
  • Plow, broom, blow and hand shovel snow as needed.
  • Operate tractors, end loaders, sanders, Bobcats, Toolcats, utility vehicles, spreaders and other assigned equipment.
  • Assist other trades personnel in other duties, as assigned. 

Required Competencies

• Excellent analytical and coordination/organization skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Interact, communicate and collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and co-workers
• Work independently and as a team and complete necessary training for this job classification
• Comprehend and follow directions as well as use sound decision-making skills
• Withstand long periods of lifting, pulling, tugging, climbing, kneeling, working with hands overhead, without restrictions

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Two (2) years’ experience in Landscaping/Grounds maintenance
• Experience in Operating Landscaping/Grounds equipment
• Basic computer skills; internet and email
• Must obtain CDL (Class B) License within 6 months of employment
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with UND campus and buildings
• Experience with Asset Works, facilities management software
• Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Two (2) years of education or certification in Landscaping field