Part Time - Summer Landscaper - Office Of Physical Plant

Penn State University

University Park, PA, US
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Hybrid
Operate tractors, mowers, sprayers, spreaders
Cut, trim, fertilize, aerify lawns
Plant, transplant, prune flowers trees shrubs
Penn State University is hiring a part-time summer landscaper for its Office of Physical Plant, requiring 40 hours of work per week from May to mid-August. The role involves maintaining university grounds, operating various landscaping equipment, and performing tasks such as planting, trimming, and cleaning

Job Summary

  • The Office of Physical Plant is hiring qualified individuals for summer landscape work from May through mid-August.
  • Qualified candidates must be able to operate various heavy machinery including tractors, back-hoes, and power saws.
  • The position requires a commitment to maintaining University grounds, athletic areas, and removing defacing materials.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

Penn State University is hiring a part-time summer landscaper for its Office of Physical Plant, requiring 40 hours of work per week from May to mid-August. The role involves maintaining university grounds, operating various landscaping equipment, and performing tasks such as planting, trimming, and cleaning.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operate tractors, mowers, sprayers, spreaders
  • Cut, trim, fertilize, aerify lawns
  • Plant, transplant, prune flowers trees shrubs
  • Remove brush leaves grass clippings rubbish
  • Adjust clean oil inspect equipment
  • Erect remove fences posts traffic signs
  • Control pests using acceptable methods

Nice-to-have

  • Light construction experience
  • Knowledge of university property standards
  • Ability to work in summer heat
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Reliability for full-time summer schedule

Key Requirements

  • Must complete internal Workday application process if current employee or student
  • Successful completion of background check(s)
  • Availability for 40 hours per week during summer season

Work Rights

Not specified

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