November 6, 2024

Clackamas Community College

Oregon City

PART TIME

Groundskeeper Part-Time

Groundskeeper Part-Time

Salary: $22.32 Hourly
Location: Oregon City, OR
Job Type: Part-Time, Non-Union
Division: Campus Services
Job Number: 2425-00172
Closing: 11/18/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

Clackamas Community College (CCC) seeks to hire a Groundskeeper position, which is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt position. The individual hired into the position will work Monday - Friday, 6:00a.m. - 2:30p.m.

We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and candidates that may be from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought.

CCC is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in support of student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to understanding and dismantling systems of oppression and to co-creating a more equitable educational system that in turn fosters a more equitable society. We strive to be a student-ready institution that supports and partners with students to promote discovery and growth. We work to mobilize community-wide awareness and action related to College strategic priorities and seeks to build relationships in support of community well-being.

At CCC, individuals are celebrated for their experience and expertise, validated for their unique perspectives, and engaged in ways that reflect their needs and interests. To learn more about CCC visit Leadership, Vision and Initiatives.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

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Perform a variety of manual and skilled-work related to the maintenance of College grounds. Perform general grounds keeping functions, including mowing, trimming, weed control, irrigation, and the operation and maintenance of grounds equipment. Make routine repairs and adjustments to equipment.

JOB FUNCTIONS

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Maintain campus grounds appearance through mowing, trimming, pruning, planting, grading, staking, mulching, designing, calculating and applying fertilizer and chemicals, soil amendments, etc.

Operate trucks and mowers and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment, such as: power mowers, weed trimmers, edging tools, chain saws, power washers, and other grounds keeping and repair tools.
Inspect campus for safety hazards. Correct and/or report unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel.
Maintain records SDS information, completed projects and department expenditures and inventory of material and supplies.
Provide litter patrol of grounds and parking lots.
Design pest control programs in accordance with principles of integrated pest management.
Participate in the Campus Grounds committee and department planning process.
Maintain cooperative working relationship with College staff, other organizations, and the public.
Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas including "Integrated Pest Management" rules and policies.
Coordinate with other public agencies and members of the public when required for special projects.
Provide assistance to other department personnel as workload and staffing levels dictate.
This job is essential to the operation of the College during emergency or other critical situations as identified by administration. As such, the College has designated this position as Essential Personnel.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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High school education supplemented by additional training equal to two years of college and three years of experience OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described.

Thorough knowledge of ornamental horticulture, pest identification and pesticide application, irrigation system design, maintenance and operation, and general grounds keeping principles and techniques.

REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSES

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Driver's license valid in the State of Oregon, public pesticide applicators license and irrigation audit certifications.

Other Job Elements

The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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The position requires regular (60-80%) ability to use dexterity and fine motor skills assemble, build or repair machines or other objects.

The position requires continuous (80+%) physical effort such as lifting, carrying, or movement, etc. Movements required to complete work require continuous speed, agility, hand eye coordination and equipment operation.

The work environment has constant hazards or obstacles (80+%). There may be a high personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are constantly uncomfortable, with consistent (80+%) issues of confinement, temperature change, incident of noise, or interactions of a disagreeable nature, inside/outside work, dirty conditions, exposure to contagious disease, etc. Position may require regular responsibility for driving.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

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Supervision of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. May provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel, and may assign work to student workers.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

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Works under the general supervision of the Director, Campus Services.

Additional Information

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

When applying for this position, you will be required to complete the Neo Gov application and attach the following electronic documents.
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position.

3. If applicable: Veteran's Preference documentation

Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. CCC makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference when applying with Clackamas Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Military personnel who expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status on this job application, may also request preference. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) - OR - Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension.
Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

All positions at CCC are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college.
Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
CCC employees must reside within 50 miles of the Oregon City, Harmony or Wilsonville campus as a condition of employment.
CCC does not sponsor employment work permits or visas.
Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

CCC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.

To apply, visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/clackamascc/jobs/4720193/groundskeeper-part-time

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