Lawn Care Technician

The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) is seeking a dedicated Lawn Care Technician to support the landscaping and grounds maintenance needs of our campus community. This role is an integral part of a collaborative team committed to keeping the campus safe, clean, and visually appealing year-round. The team works in a variety of weather conditions and performs essential maintenance tasks, including the removal of debris, snow, and ice, to ensure the safety of students, employees, and visitors throughout the campus.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the existing lawns by keeping them presentable to campus and community.
• Pull weeds from flowerbeds and sidewalks.
• Prune trees, shrubs, and hedges.
• Plant new flowers, bushes, plants, and decorative shrubs.
• Rake fallen leaves and remove debris.
• Keep pedestrian areas removed of snow and ice.
• Properly store and handle all equipment, tools, sprinklers, fertilizer, etc.
• Oversee maintenance repairs to equipment, landscape structures, and hardscape walkways.
• Additional assistance moving furniture, setting up for events, or processing recyclables may be required.
• Other duties assigned.

Education/Skill Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED, trade or technical school diploma or degree is preferred.
• Previous experience in landscaping or ground keeping is preferred.
• Must have operational knowledge of lawn maintenance equipment such as lawnmowers, string trimmers, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, and chainsaws.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

The University of Pikeville offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. UPIKE offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, telemedicine, long term disability, tuition waivers, a 403(b)-retirement plan, and HSA, FSA, & dependent care accounts. UPIKE also offers a generous holiday schedule and paid leave program.

Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please, specifically address the qualifications, competencies and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.

The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.

For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three to five professional references.