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COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON Groundskeeper, Patriots Point in Charleston, South Carolina
Groundskeeper, Patriots Point *Posting Details*
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
Groundskeeper, Patriots Point
Position Type
Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Non-Faculty
Pay Band
2
Level
1
Department
Patriots Point Maintenance
Job Purpose
Assists supervisors and fellow groundskeepers with properly maintaining the athletic fields and internal and external grounds of the Patriot's Point Athletics Complex and Tennis Center.
Minimum Requirements
Elementary education and professional experience in groundskeeping, janitorial or building maintenance work. Experience preferred in golf course maintenance, or landscape maintenance. Must have the ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions. Knowledge of commonly used landscape plants and irrigation systems helpful. A valid SC driver's license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment, as the employee will be required to drive state vehicles to transport equipment and/or personnel. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be willing to learn sports field set-up, tear down, and other specific tasks involved with sports field maintenance (watering fields, painting, chalking, mowing patterns, etc.). Must be willing to learn basic irrigation maintenance and to identify plants and insects. Must be reliable and responsible. All employees of the College are expected to perform their jobs in a safe manner in accordance with best safety practices as prescribed by their department, the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, and the Occupational Health and Safety Administration training as provided by Facilities Management at the College of Charleston.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Must be physically able to carry out duties as described, including lifting and handling heavy equipment and working outside in all types of weather. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. May be required to be on site or on campus prior to and immediately following all emergencies such as hurricanes, floods, snow/ice storms etc. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, during the busy season or special events.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume wi