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SalaryFacilities and Business Operations:
The Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.
For additional information, please visit
https://fs.ucf.edu/
. The Opportunity:
Join our dynamic landscaping team dedicated to upholding the safety, functionality, cleanliness, efficiency, and attractiveness of the university. As a Landscaper I, you will play a crucial role in performing duties related to landscape maintenance.
Responsibilities:
- Complete landscape maintenance in assigned zones using appropriate landscaping tools and equipment.
- Conduct hand weeding and report pest problems per Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plan.
- Maintain campus cleanliness by raking, picking up trash, and performing related activities.
- Perform special tasks as assigned, including hauling fill dirt, watering non-irrigated installations, and other duties designated by the supervisor.
- Clean and maintain equipment, report equipment needs to the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of 9th grade.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of trade classifications, tools, materials, and task-specific sequencing for maintenance.
- Ability to communication in conversational English in order to work effectively with customers and team members; operate and interpret the functions of the electronic equipment (e.g., telecommunication devices, iPod touch for IWMS PM checkpoints); comprehend and communicate standard safety procedures, guidelines, regulations, and policies.
- Basic computer skills.
- Demonstrated experience using landscaping handheld tools and equipment.
- Ability to properly maintain equipment by cleaning, preserving finishes, checking fluid levels, and lubricating.
- Adaptability to work in extreme environments and collaborate within a team of diverse backgrounds.
Health Assessment Required:
UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.
Additional Application Materials Required:
Two (2) professional references from current or previous supervisor/manager.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
Position requires a valid driver’s license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
This is a repost position. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?
As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
- Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
- Retirement savings options
- Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
- Education assistance
- Flexible work environment
- And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guideclick here.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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Department
Landscape & Natural Resources (F&S) Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM Type of Appointment
Regular Expected Salary
$16.00 Job Posting End Date
04-23-2024-12-00-AM Veteran’s Preference:
Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit
http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on
UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement
to view the President’s Statement. The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.
As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
