Grounds & Nursery I

Full Job Description

Colorado School of Mines (Mines) is an internationally preeminent teaching and research university dedicated to meeting the resource development needs of a rapidly evolving, technology-based society. Mines was selected by the Colorado State Legislature as the state's first "exemplary institution" of public higher education due to our "high degree of responsibility and capability with regard to academic and administrative functions."

Colorado's oldest public university, Mines is located in Golden, Colorado at the gateway of the Rocky Mountains, 13 miles west of downtown Denver and 21 miles south of Boulder.

MINES IS PROUD TO OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN EXTRAORDINARY TALENT. OUR PERKS INCLUDE:

Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceGenerous vacation and sick leave plus 13 paid holidaysState pension plan (PERA)Parental LeaveReduced cost tuition for employee and family membersLife and Disability InsuranceProfessional growth and training opportunitiesAccess to technology and equipmentColorado State Employee Assistance ProgramAccess to a world-class recreation centerInteraction with an international population and cultural eventsBenefitHub state employee discount programRTD Eco-Pass Requirements This position is part of a supportive, close-knit team, working outdoors in a dynamic environment, and has the chance to make a visible impact on one of the nation’s most beautiful campuses.The Grounds and Nursery I position is part of the Facilities Management Grounds team, which maintains and improves campus outdoor spaces including turf, landscaping, trees, walkways, and seasonal plantings, while also supporting snow removal, events, and other service needs that keep campus safe and welcoming year-round.

The work is very hands-on and outdoors in all weather, with seasonal variety—landscaping and irrigation in warmer months, leaf cleanup in the fall, and snow/ice control in the winter.

The team is close-knit, collaborative, and supportive, often pitching in to cover routes or large projects.This position is responsible for ensuring that the grounds supervisor’s expectations for campus grounds maintenance and landscape services are being met or exceeded within budget and safety requirements; by providing on-going maintenance, landscaping, recycling and snow removal of all grounds areas on campus; to include tasks such as the application of pesticides, as needed and maintenance of the landscape beds, shrubs, ornamentals, flowers and other similar horticultural areas around campus, in coordination and oversight of the Grounds Supervisor.

Work is performed exclusively outdoors.Primary Job Duties:General Grounds & Turf Care maintenance

Landscape Enhancements

Snow Removal and Snowplow Operation

Occasional Event Support

Moving & Surplus/Recycle

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

One year of grounds care and maintenance, greenhouse, or plant nursery general labor work experience.

This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

Substitutions:

None.

ESSENTIAL COMPENTENCIES FOR SUCCESS AT COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES:

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Background check
• Motor Vehicle Record check
• Pre-employment physical
• Pre-Employment drug screen

APPEAL RIGHTS:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative.

This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

Additional Information

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons.

Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service.

Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.

Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers?

Are you an individual who values a rich and vibrant diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives and experiences enrich the educational and work experience?

Look to Mines.