Landscape Maint Tech
Morgantown, WV 
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Perform a wide variety of landscaping maintenance functions related to the care and upkeep of hospital grounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Valid Driver's License - Must be maintained during employment period.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Valid Driver's License - Must be maintained during employment period.

EXPERIENCE:

1. One year experience in the groundskeeping field. Experience in landscaping, snow removal, design, and basic landscape equipment/machines.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Properly operate, maintain care and upkeep of the following equipment and tools:

  • 3.4 Ton Pick Up Truck
  • Ventrac Power Brooms
  • Bob Cat
  • Dump Truck
  • Push Mowers
  • Dethatcher
  • Back Pak Blowers
  • Weed Trimmers
  • Edger
  • Spreaders
  • Brooms
  • Rakes
  • Chain Saw
  • Pressure Washer
  • Salt Spreaders
  • Liquid Calcium Spreader

2. Properly completes all required departmental documentation and reports.

3. Maintains lawns, shrubbery and trees including planting, watering, trimming, mowing, edging, fertilizing, and weed and pest control.

4. Prepares areas for planting by clearing, grading and fertilizing and watering appropriate areas.

5. Mulches all flower beds, trees and other designated areas as needed.

6. Picks up and disposes trash and debris in assigned areas using rakes, brooms and blowers.

7. Installs and assures the proper operation, maintenance and repair of in-ground sprinkler systems

8. Trims hedges and shrubs with hand shears or power edgers. Prune and trim trees. Removes dead trees and plants using handsaws, chain saws and clippers.

9. Maintains all sidewalk, roadways and canopy area of debris by using pressure washer, vacuum sweepers and blowers.

10. Maintains all structures that require painting and maintenance, (i.e. stair rails, sidewalk poles, etc.).

11. Maintains all signage in parking area including ones hanging from light poles.

12. Maintains all potholes and asphalt patching required on all roadways and sidewalks repairs of concrete.

13. Maintains all parking gates, Security Booths and parking equipment as needed.

14. Reports suspicious or unusual objects or packages left on property unattended to supervisor or security officer.

15. Reports any situation that might be potentially hazardous for pedestrians to supervisor.

16. Operates Hospital-owned vehicles in a safe and responsible manner, 100% of the time.

17. Ensures safety and proper operating condition of vehicles by performing vehicle inspections, as outlined by departmental policy.

18. Demonstrates regard for the dignity, respect and safety of all patients, family members, visitors and hospital personnel as defined in the philosophy of the organization.

19. Maintains all areas of campus of snow and ice removal 24/7 with having to be on duty for long hours.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Sit, stand and walk for long periods of time.

2. Lift, push or pull 80 pounds.

3. Tolerate adverse environmental conditions for long periods of time.

4. Work long hours due to snow / ice removal and monitor for hazards.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may frequently be exposed to outside harsh weather conditions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Able to perform snow and ice duties with the appropriate equipment and machines.

2. Skilled in basic maintenance and proper use of mechanical equipment.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center:

1551 WVUH FMT Security

Address:

1 Medical Center Drive

Morgantown

West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
1 year
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