Landscape Pruning Technician II
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number S12960P Working Title Landscape Pruning Technician II Department FMD-Grounds-Maintenance About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About The College/Unit/Department
The UGA Facilities Management Division is the largest of 7 divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 800 personnel manage, operate, and maintain campus landscapes, buildings, and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University of Georgia.
College/Unit/Department website fmd.uga.edu Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM
No on call
Some night and/or weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the organization.
Advertised Salary $37,400 or commensurate with experience Posting Date 11/22/2024 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 01/06/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information
Classification Title Service/Maintenance Worker FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Landscape Maintenance experience
Position Summary
This position is on the Pruning Crew and is responsible for helping perform maintenance, structural and rejuvenation pruning of campus landscape plants. This position is a manual labor position that will work with the crew on pruning task under the direction of the Landscape Pruning Specialist. This position will have good working knowledge of proper pruning techniques and plants on campus. This position is responsible for assisting with keeping campus landscape plants maintained using the proper pruning techniques and helping complete work assigned to the crew. This position may be asked to direct the crew in the absence of the Landscape Pruning Specialist or direct a portion of the crew throughout the day in order to complete needed work. This position assist with the training of personnel on the crew and helping complete their work throughout the day. This position will assist with ensuring the safety of the individuals on the crew as well as the safety of the campus community in and around the work site. Promote proper wearing and utilization of all PPE safety gear by crew members while working. This position may assist maintenance and horticulture crews to help get needed work accomplished when deemed necessary. May work in any aspect of grounds related work as deemed necessary to reach departmental goals.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
• Plant identification abilities and knowledge of plant care and culture
• Knowledge of plant maintenance and pruning needs
• Ability to operate and maintain pruning equipment
• Experience in grounds maintenance
• Ability to operate all types of grounds maintenance and landscaping equipment to include mowers, tractors, trimmers, edgers, backpack blowers and skid steers
• Understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
Physical Demands
• Constant physical labor 8 hours a day/5 days a week
• Extensive/constant stooping, bending, squatting and working with your hands above your head
• Lift up to 75lbs consistently throughout the workday.
• Perform heavy labor often under adverse weather climatic conditions (cold, heat, rain, snow)
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Works with crew on pruning needs for landscape plants throughout campus
Percentage of time 80 Duties/Responsibilities
Assist with training crew members in proper pruning techniques, enforces safety procedures and requirements
Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Actively monitors campus grounds for pruning issues to ensure that walkways and sight-lines are maintained
Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities
Responds to campus emergencies including inclement weather events
Percentage of time 5
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Leah Melnik Recruitment Contact Email lmelnik4@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
• Resume/CV
Optional Documents
• Cover Letter
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