Carnegie Mellon University’s Facilities Management group is searching for a Gardener to join the team! This is an exciting opportunity if you thrive in an interesting work environment. Reporting to the Grounds Supervisor, you will contribute to the department in a variety of interesting ways, such as preparing and applying designated fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides for treatment of plant, shrub, tree, and lawn conditions.Core responsibilities will include:Performing the following grounds maintenance functions: Soil preparation, Pruning, Trimming, Cultivation, Weeding, Leaf and trash cleanup and removalPreparing campus athletic fields and other designated grounds for event use.Mows grass using a variety of equipment including tractor mounted or rotary mowers and towed gang mowers.Operating trucks and other automotive equipment with attachments for plowing snow, sweeping, landscaping, and other various grounds and pavement maintenance tasks; and pavement maintenance tasks.Under the direction of the Grounds Supervisor, prepares and applies designated fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides for treatment of plant, shrub, tree, and lawn conditions. Requisition job parts and supplies.Work diligently on assigned work and record time and other expenses associated with jobs accurately.Complete all work safely and timely.Performs other duties as assigned.Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.You must demonstrate:Familiarity with plant materials.Ability to operate various types of landscape equipment - tractor LBH, forklifts, etc.Technical knowledge of accepted horticulture maintenance techniquesTree climbing skills in accordance with I.S.A. sta
