Department: Facilities Mgmt EV
Salary/Grade: 681/U1

Position is part of a collective bargaining unit. Pay for this position will be $23.79 per hour. Rate is determined by collective bargaining agreement.

Job Summary:

Utilizes multiple quantitative and qualitative datasets from a variety of sources and interprets results using various techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining. Assists in the design, development and implementation of business solutions partnering with clients to identify analytical requirements. Compiles reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods.

This role supports biomedical research projects through the use of state-of-the-art genomic, computational, data science, and machine learning tools to understand immune mechanisms governing lung injury and repair.

Specific Responsibilities:

Landscape and ground maintenance:

• General landscape maintenance: lawn mowing, weeding, watering, and assisting groundskeepers with cleanup following pruning of different plant materials. General landscape cleanup and leaf removal;
• Refuse removal: emptying garbage cans and picking up trash from campus areas;
• Small equipment operation: lawn-mowing equipment snow blowers, leaf blowers. May be required to drive University vehicles
• Turf maintenance: mowing, edging of sidewalks and watering;
• Flower bed maintenance: assisting groundskeepers with weeding beds and watering;
• Special event setups for University departments.
• Landscape construction: under close supervision by groundskeepers, assists with tree and shrub planting, site preparation, plant removal and general cleanup
• Snow and ice removal: clearing snow and ice from walks and steps, small snow broom operation and other related tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

• High school diploma or the equivalent combination of educational training and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired.
• Must maintain a valid Driver's license.
• Must provide dependable personal vehicle and purchase University parking permit (Evanston campus only).

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Physical ability to work in cramped quarters, climb ladders and work from equipment high off ground level. Physical ability to lift and maneuver heavy weights up to 50 pounds. Dexterity necessary for the use of tools, manipulation of materials, and the operation of motorized equipment.
• General knowledge of the tools, equipment, methods, and safety practices related to building trades or landscape maintenance and grounds services.

Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)

• Some experience performing semi-skilled manual tasks related to building trades and grounds or one year of professional landscape or grounds maintenance experience, some post high school course work related to horticulture, and familiarity with the operation of associated equipment are preferred.
• Must be a member of Local 681 or join after one month of employment.
• General knowledge of the tools, equipment, methods, and safety practices related to building trades or landscape maintenance and grounds services.
• Physical ability to work in cramped quarters, climb ladders and work from equipment high off ground level. Physical ability to lift and maneuver heavy weights up to 50 pounds. Dexterity necessary for the use of tools, manipulation of materials, and the operation of motorized equipment.

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