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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: * CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. * CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. * If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Penn State Fullers Overlook is seeking applicants for the part-time job of Landscaper. Penn State Fullers Overlook is located 16 miles northwest of Scranton near Waverly, PA. Job duties to include: * Mow, trim, fertilize, aerate, roll, seed, reseed, irrigate, topdress, and dethatch lawns. Identify and treat common lawn disease, weeds, and insects. Control pests * Identify and treat common flower, tree, and shrub insect pests and disease; spray and fertilize; prepare and mix chemicals per label instructions * Maintain trails, paths and other pedestrian routes on the property * Maintain path along deer fence and monitor deer fence regularly for down trees and other damage * Plant, transplant, prune, weed, feed, cultivate, and remove trees, flowers, and shrubs * Erect, move, and remove equipment, fences, posts, traffic/directory signs * Paint traffic lines, benches, fences, guardrails, signposts, fire hydrants, refuse containers, etc. * Operate trucks, tractors, mowers, sprayers, spreaders, light construction/landscape equipment * Establish sub-grades, finish grades for lawns * Mix, pour, and finish concrete for patchwork and minor masonry repairs to curbs, walks, catch basins, etc.; lay asphalt material for patching roadways, walks, parking areas, etc. * Set up safety equipment and barriers around work zone * Conduct event set up, tear down, and clean up * Perform vehicle and equipment checks; adjust, clean, oil, grease, inspect tire pressure, water, and anti-freeze levels; assist maintenance mechanics as directed * Remove brush, leaves, grass clippings, paper, spoil, and rubbish from walks, roads, curbs, parking lots, lawns, and other University property. Remove paint and other materials defacing University property. * Remove snow and ice from walks, roads, and parking lots; apply anti-skid materials * Report unusual job conditions to supervisor Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies: High school diploma Previous experience in landscaping/grounds maintenance Schedule: Variable schedule Monday through Friday 20 hours per week Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $30/hour. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact ************. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines