Groundskeeper

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, gardens, shrubs, trees, and landscaped areas through mowing, trimming, edging, planting, watering, fertilizing, pruning, and mulching.
• Operate and maintain landscaping equipment including zero-turn mowers, trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, and other grounds maintenance tools.
• Prune and maintain trees, hedges, and ornamental plantings to promote healthy growth and an attractive campus appearance.
• Apply mulch, fertilizer, and weed control products in accordance with safety guidelines and best horticultural practices.
• Remove leaves, branches, litter, and other debris from campus grounds, walkways, parking areas, and outdoor spaces.
• Perform seasonal landscape maintenance including planting annuals, perennials, and shrubs.
• Assist with snow and ice removal from sidewalks, entrances, parking lots, and other campus areas during winter weather.
• Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance, and minor repairs on grounds equipment and tools.
• Monitor irrigation systems and report maintenance needs.
• Assist with campus event setup, outdoor projects, and general facilities maintenance as assigned.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following established safety procedures and properly using personal protective equipment.
• Support the Facilities Department with additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of professional landscaping, groundskeeping, or related experience preferred.
• Experience operating commercial landscaping equipment and power tools.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance techniques, including pruning, planting, fertilization, weed control, and seasonal care.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform minor equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative facilities team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe, attractive campus environment.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Skills

• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Attention to detail.
• Safe work environment.
• Equipment operation.
• Physical stamina.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including Health insurance, Vision insurance, Dental reimbursement, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Employer-paid life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions, Professional development opportunities and support.

Pay

Target hourly range: $24.00-$27.00, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time, 12 month position.