Position HighlightsThe University Facility Services Grounds Services department is looking for a Landscape Chemical Applicator to join our team. This position will set up and operate hand and power spray equipment along with applying fertilizer and other nutrients. Grounds Services is an award winning team that cares for the beautiful University of Arizona campus. The entire University is an arboretum with plant material from all parts of the world requiring your dedication and passion to maintain their health.

University Facility Services (UFS) at the University of Arizona consists of over 700 employees and teamwork is our strength. FM services over 13 million square feet of campus-keeping the grounds beautiful, classrooms clean and all utilities moving through the campus.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Sets up and operates hand and power spray equipment to apply pre-emergent herbicides, selective and non-selective post emergent herbicides on landscape areas.
Applies fertilizer and other nutrients in liquid and solid forms.
Applies growth regulators to plant material.
Installs, adjusts and performs minor repairs on application equipment.
Maintains work area, chemical storage area and equipment in a condition that promotes good safety practices and in compliance with OSHA, State of Arizona Office of Pest Management and UofA Risk Management.
Performs IPM inspections scouting for pests.
May assist in the upkeep of the grounds.
Installs plant material.
Assists with minor irrigation repairs.
Hand water new plant material.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Valid State of Arizona Certified Applicators license with Turf and Ornamental certification.
Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

Landscaping experience in a commercial setting

FLSANon-ExemptFull Time/Part TimeFull TimeNumber of Hours Worked per Week40Job FTE1.0Work CalendarFiscalJob CategoryFacilities, Grounds and InfrastructureBenefits EligibleYes - Full BenefitsRate of Pay$18.15-$22.69Compensation Typehourly rateGrade4Compensation GuidanceThe Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.Grade Range Minimum$18.15Grade Range Midpoint$22.69Grade Range Maximum$27.23Career Stream and LevelOC2Job FamilyFacilities Mgmt & ServicesJob FunctionFacil, Grounds, & InfraType of criminal background check required:Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)Number of Vacancies1Target Hire Date9/25/2024Expected End DateContact Information for Candidateshr-client-ufsd_pbcf@arizona.eduOpen Date9/18/2024Open Until FilledYesDocuments Needed to ApplyResumeSpecial Instructions to ApplicantDiversity StatementAt the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportIn compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.

Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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