Grounds & Nursery Services Specialist 2

Western Washington University•Bellingham, WA

About The Position

Provides skilled gardening work for University grounds in a comprehensive outdoor maintenance program. This includes, but is not limited to, safely maintaining, modifying, and/or repairing grounds facilities such as landscapes, trees, athletic fields, walkways, and grounds.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Two years of work experience involving grounds maintenance, planting, plant care, and landscape construction in a commercial and/or institutional setting
Ability to operate gas powered machinery and small tractors
Ability to read and understand written information and instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to maintain and use hand and power tools safely as required for the trade.
Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to starting work in order to drive a state-owned vehicle for travel to work locations.
Physically perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work with computer hardware and software required to track work orders and record time worked.
Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a friendly and cooperative manner with students, staff, and faculty at all levels of the organization and in contacts with the public.
Ability to manage time well and work under pressure situations with tight schedules and deadlines to complete projects.

Nice To Haves

Five years or more of maintenance experience in a commercial and/or institutional setting including proficiency in mowing, edging, pruning and general lawn maintenance and plant care.
Applicable experience working at Western Washington University and knowledge of the campus landscape.
Knowledge of plant identification and their characteristics.
Certified Integrated Pest Management license.
Master Gardener certification.
Knowledge of arborist’s practices including training to promote tree health, discern tree problems, and take measures to correct them.
Knowledge of WISHA/OSHA rules and regulations.