Federal Work Study-Horticulture Landscape Maintenance

 FEDERAL WORK STUDY PROGRAM - Horticulture (Landscape Maintenance)

 

This job is a Federal Work Study,non-benefited position in the Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing and Design Division that reports to the Program Director - Horticulture.

 

Salary: $13.50 per hour

 

Hours:  Flexible, depending upon applicant's availability.  Regular operating hours for the Horticulture Program are Monday to Thursday from 8 AM to 6 PM.  Flexible scheduling is allowed for Work Study students.  2/3 of work hours must be completed during the regular operating hours.

Minimum Qualifications:
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be a currently enrolled student, making satisfactory academic progress, and be eligible to receive Federal Student Aid.

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

In addition to the minimum qualifications, must be able to follow directions and complete tasks, but also work independently.  Ability to handle multiple tasks; use proper judgment in directing questions to appropriate staff for assistance.

Job Description Summary:
Under close supervision, provides Landscape Maintenance around the 600 building.

Job Responsibilities & Performance Standards:

1.       Duties will include but are not limited to:

-          Weeding, both hand pulling and spraying

-          Mowing, edging and blowing

-          Clean up debris

-          Maintaining the seasonal color beds (watering, mulching, etc.)

-          Assist in the culinary garden

-          Fire ant control

-          Pruning

 

2.            Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior. (Performed by all incumbents)

2.1          Demonstrates eagerness to learn and assume responsibility; seeks out and accepts increased responsibility; displays a "can do" approach to work.

2.2          Shows persistence and seeks alternatives when obstacles arise; seeks alternative solutions; does things before being asked or forced to by events.

2.3          Works within the system in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals; shows flexibility in response to process change and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures.

                2.4          Accepts direction and feedback from supervisors and follows through appropriately.

2.5          Works when scheduled; begins and ends work as expected; calls in according to policy when arriving late for work or when absent; observes provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately.

 

To Apply

Please complete your job application through the Gwinnett Technical College Online Job Center at www.GwinnettTech.edu located under the Career Services tab/Jobs at GTC.

 

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