Positio Title: Civil Service Extra Help Grounds Workers (6 Positions) (EH25-136)
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Division: Facilities Mgmt
Apply Before: 00081
Department: Facilities Mgmt
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description: Description
NOTE: THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL ALL POSITIONS ARE FILLED.
The Facilities Management Department at SIUE is accepting applications for multiple temporary Grounds Workers. The Grounds Worker spends a substantial amount of time trimming, dethatching, aerating lawns and fields, and seeding and sodding, on all University properties. This position will maintain athletic fields/artificial turf, mark out boundaries, paint team logos, and remove trash /recycle material. Additionally, the Grounds Worker will assist in tree planting; trimming of hedges, shrubs and small trees; and removing dead, damaged or unwanted trees as needed. The Grounds Worker will also help plant flowers, trees, and shrubs; water lawns, trees and landscapes; and handle removal of nuisance animals.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Remove of concrete/asphalt and debris while repairing and maintaining secondary roads/parking areas.
- Cleans streets, walks, drains, catch basins/outdoor areas.
- Weed and mulch landscape beds.
- Trash pick-up around campuses.
Further duties and responsibilities may be assigned in support of the department's mission and goals.
Work Schedule:Positions will begin approximately in mid-April and run through mid-October. Hours will be 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Minimum Acceptable QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Any one or combination totaling six (6) months from the categories below:
- Coursework or vocational training in horticulture, landscaping, or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
- Fifteen (15) semester hours equals six (6) months
- Work experience in grounds maintenance, landscape maintenance, nursery, agriculture work, grounds construction, and/or tending to lawns, turfs, trees, flowers, bushes or other shrubberies, ornamental plants, and other grounds-related work.
- Valid/current driver's license as required by the State of Illinois for the type of motor vehicles(s) to be operated by the incumbent.
Applica tion Materials and Information :
- To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full time and part time work experience , i nclud ing start and end dates of employment , and at least three professional references .
About Extra Help Positions:
Extra Help job listings typically close 24 hours after the opening date, unless specified in the closing date. Extra Help employees are appointed to fulfill casual or emergent needs within the university . The amount of time for which services are needed is not usually predictable and payment for work performed is on an hourly basis and based on actual hours worked. Workdays and hours may vary according to departmental requirements . Extra Help employees do not receive SIUE benefits, holiday pay or paid sick or vacation leave.
Extra Help employees are required by State Universities Civil Service System rules to take a 30-calendar-day break after working 900 hours . At the end of the 30 days , you may begin another 900-hour employment cycle i n a new position if available. Working Extra Help will in no way affect any other employment opportunities with SIUE , including your position on and Civil Service register. There is no guarantee that working as Extra Help will lead to or secure permanent employment.
Supplemental InformationPre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.
Additional Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J- 1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.
Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu .
EEO Statement Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
SIUE cultivates an atmosphere of inclusivity, respect, and warmth that fosters learning and collaboration. Each member of our university community bears the responsibility of actively contributing to this enriching campus environment. We encourage individuals who are dedicated to upholding these values to apply.
To learn more about SIUE's Mission and statement on diversity, please visit: https://www.siue.edu/about/mission-goals-plans/index.shtml .
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email careerinfo@siue.edu .
Benefits: N/A
Opening Date: 04/14/2025
Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026
Website: https://www.siue.edu/
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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