Turf Specialist

JOB SUMMARY:

Operates turf-grass maintenance related equipment including mowers, sprayers, loaders, tractors and tractor implements commonly used to care for turf-grass requiring advanced levels of skill and technical knowledge. Provides turf care and identifies plant disease. Provides training and mentorship to less experienced employees. Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

40%

• Essential

• Equipment Operation & Management: Operates tractors with various implements for turf care: York rake, pulverizer, de-thatcher, fertilizer spreader, aerator and topdresser. Operates various mowers throughout designated areas of campus. Performs preventative maintenance on assigned equipment. Performs seasonal projects such as removal of snow and ice with tractor, brooms and snowplows when present. Assists with seasonal area leaf removal and mulching.

35%

• Essential

• Turf Care: Mix and apply unrestricted herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, growth regulators and fertilizers to turf areas under the guidance of the turf manager. Identifies weed and disease problems in turf-grassed areas and reports to manager. Prepares soil and plant tissue samples for lab analysis.

15%

• Essential

• Training and Mentorship: Leads, guides, and/or trains less experienced landscapers in applicable procedures and techniques. Completes the required training and testing to maintain applicable licensing. Trains employees in safe, efficient use of landscape and heavy equipment. Conducts safety training. Monitors crew in the field for safe work practices.

10%

• Essential

• Safety: Follows established safety procedures including proper equipment calibration, PPE requirements, and equipment maintenance. Cleans equipment and vehicles. Notify supervisor of needed repairs to vehicles and equipment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• High School or Equivalent and custodial, groundskeeping or maintenance experience directly related to the area of employment.

Licenses

• Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education

• Vocational or Technical Training; 8 years of trade specific experience or 6 years plus an associates degree or higher. SC Pesticide Applicator's License, OSHA 30.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm Job Knowledge

• Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises Work of Others

• Supervises work of others and may offer recommendations for hiring, termination and pay adjustments but does not have responsibility for making these decisions.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities

• No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

50%

• Stand for prolonged period

50%

• Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period

25% - Walk or move about

70% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc

25% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)

25% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)

50% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

75% - Recognize or inspect visually

25% - Move, transport, raise or lower

60%

• Extends hands or arms in any direction

75% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

75%

• Exposure to heat or cold

75%

• Exposure to dust/fumes

50% - Wet or humid

75%

• Noise

75%

• Vibration

75% - Mechanical Hazards

25% - Chemical hazards

75% - Radiant energy hazards

50% - Burn hazards

5%

• Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday

• Friday, 7:30am to 3:30pm. Standard Hours: 40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Expected Salary Range: ($ 33,500.00 - $ 38,000.00)

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Essential Level 2 employee

Required to maintain/resume essential support functions, deliver direct care services, and/or provide recovery support before normal operations resume. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on-call.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

May 30, 2024

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.

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