JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: LandscaperDepartment: FacilitiesReports to: Director of FacilitiesFLSA Status: HourlySalary Range: $20/ HourOVERVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY Washington Adventist University (WAU) is a Christ-centered institution of higher education that supports a culture of excellence where all feel valued. Nestled in a desirable residential community in Takoma Park, Maryland, WAU offers its faculty and staff an environment where professional expertise is valued and lasting connections between co-workers are formed as we work together to ensure the success of our students. Regardless of title, every employee supports WAU’s vision of producing graduates who bring moral leadership and competence to their communities.PRIMARY DUTIES:
Complete spring and fall clean-ups (raking lawns, cleaning walkways, etc.)
Remove weeds and dead plants to encourage healthy plant growth
Trim/prune tree and hedge overgrowth
Trim/edge paths, walls, and flower beds
Mulch flower beds
Apply fertilizer and pesticides to residential lawns
Install pavers, patios, walkways, and other hardscaping
Install decks, pergolas, gazebos, raised flower beds, and other structures
Plant sod, trees, hedges, flowers, shrubs, and other plants
Assess, install, activate, and repair outdoor lighting and sprinkler systems
Maintain established lawns using a hand, power, push, and/or riding lawn mower
Drive work trucks to/from job sites and supplier locations
Load and unload landscaping tools into/from work trucks
Remove snow and ice from driveways, sidewalks, and paths in winter
Interact professionally with clients and advise them on landscape care
Accurately log billable hours using a time-tracking app
Add job details, review daily tasks, and send customer follow-ups using our CMMS app
Perform needed PM on all Facility Services Equipment
1–2 years of experience as a landscaping, hardscaping, or groundskeeping worker
Can operate commercial equipment (lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, pruning saws)
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
Able to repeatedly lift and move 50+ pounds
Able to sit, stand, kneel, climb, lift, and climb stairs and ladders
Top-notch organizational and problem-solving skills
Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Willing to learn and to follow instructions
Can communicate well (multiple languages are a plus)
Can work independently and as part of a team environment
Experience using scheduling apps or routing apps preferred (training can be
provided)
Salary will be based on the candidate’s education and experience.
BENEFITS: The full fringe benefit plan includes but is not limited to:
$17.15-$24/hr. (experience based)
Health care, including vision, dental, and prescription drugs
Flexible Spending Plans
Competitive 403B plan
Individualized retirement planning sessions
Tuition assistance for employees and dependents
Life insurance including supplemental and accidental death and dismemberment policies
Long Term Disability
AFLAC insurance
Legal Assistance Program
Paid time off
Wellness programs
Professional Development
Title VII Exception Notice: Washington Adventist University is committed to equal employment opportunities, and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, age, race, color, or national origin. The University reserves constitutional and statutory rights as a religious institution and employer to give preference in employment to members of the Seventh-day Adventist church, and claims specific exemption from Title IX provisions as set forth in 34 CRF (and subsections), insofar as they conflict with the Seventh-day Adventist teaching and practices.