Employment Opportunities at ACU

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.

A. Works as directed by the immediate supervisor and/or the Director of Landscape and Grounds

1. Follow established rules, policies, and procedures of the Landscape and Grounds

Department and ACU

2. Order materials and supplies as needed for the completion of work orders

3. Fill out work orders and written reports daily

4. Display necessary work initiative to work alone or in groups

B. Maintain the water quality, clean and monitor the mechanical parts of the fountains in
the ACU landscape to the university’s standard

C. Assist other trades and grounds personnel as needed in spirit of cooperation and team

work

D. Continue to develop and cross-train in a manner that will keep personnel up-to-date and safe:

1. Attend ACU approved, work-related training sessions

2. Clean and maintain equipment to extend the life of the equipment, and maintain resources of the University

3. Perform work in a safe manner

A. Skills
1. Knowledge of hand and power tools
2. Skilled in all areas of water quality and fountain/pool maintenance.

B. Training Modules Required
1. Written and verbal communication skills
2. Must have basic safety training
3. Emphasize excellent customer relations and service

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.

A. Professional
1. High school diploma or GED and five (5) years of hands-on experience with
landscape, grass & interior plant materials
2. Or Associate degree in Horticulture

B. Personal
1. Successful candidate must be honest, trustworthy, dependable, responsible, punctual, and have a good moral character and work ethic
2. Must submit to post offer, pre-employment physical examination/medical history check
3. Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license is a requirement of this job
4. Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check
5. Must be neat & clean in appearance at all times

ACU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets.  Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.