Groundskeeper - Erskine College - Facility Management

About the role

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining and improving site grounds. Assigned work such as mowing, trimming, leaf removal, and duties related to inclement weather, such as snow removal, may fluctuate by season.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and improves facility grounds based on established sustainability guidelines
• Applies planned designs to resolve landscaping needs
• Performs tasks such as planting, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, sweeping, raking, salting, shoveling snow, and removing ice
• Operates various types of equipment including power mowers, saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, and sprayers
• May be required to operate trucks, tractors, and attachments used to maintain grounds as needed
• Responsible for cleaning and upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots
• Performs regular maintenance and minor repairs on lawn equipment and tools
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures and reports any malfunctions or defects to supervisor immediately
• Job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice

Requirements

• Previous experience in groundskeeping or horticulture preferred
• Non-commercial driver’s license required
• Working knowledge of groundskeeping principles and power landscape equipment
• Must be able to adhere to safety procedures
• Work involves exposure to unusual elements and extreme temperatures

Qualifications

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).