TES- Landscape Services

Under direct supervision, performs basic-level landscape functions to maintain and improve University grounds. Temporary Employment Services ( TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being: - Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time - Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads - Assistance with special projects - Seasonal work - Emergencies If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education. AU students are not eligible for TES. ## Responsibilities Maintains University grounds using hand tools such as a shovel, pick, and rake, as well as power tools including a weed eater, edger, hedge trimmer, tiller, and blower. Operates a push and riding mower to mow grass and operates utility task vehicles to perform work. Performs basic landscape-related duties on University grounds to include weed pulling, plant watering, pine straw/mulch installation, and sod installation. Provides debris removal with cleaning and litter control equipment to keep University grounds, streets, and parking lots free of dirt, leaves, trash, and other debris. Maintains University hardscapes through the use of a pressure washer. Maintains and cleans hand and power tools and equipment including, but not limited to, checking fluid levels and blade sharpness. May be responsible for meeting and maintaining training and certifications requirements as outlined by the applicable department's training and credentialing requirements. ## Pay Range USD $14.00 - USD $14.00 /Hr. ## Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement (Text Only) It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.