Groundskeeper/Landscaper

Application Deadline: 20 April 2025

Department: Other

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Central County

Compensation: $36,400 - $39,603 / year

We have a great opportunity for You. We also want someone who understands and supports equity and fairness in the workplace, and the positive impact those standards can have on an organization.

More specifically, the Groundskeeper I is responsible for performing all tasks related to maintaining the campus grounds, roads, and parking lots. This includes but is not limited to:

1. Trash collection from the campus grounds/parking lots.
2. Seasonal landscaping.
3. Snow removal.

In addition, the position is required to assist Event Services with the setup/breakdown of room arrangements, assembly of furniture/staging, and relocation of equipment. This position is designated as Essential Personnel. The incumbent is required to assist in meeting the operational needs of the College during emergencies and college closures, as well as ensure continuity of strategic services.

What you will do in this role:

1. Maintain the campus in a neat and orderly manner by collecting trash on the grounds and in parking lots, emptying trash containers, and removing leaves and debris from all steps and sidewalks.
2. Mow grassy areas, trim and edge as needed, and remove grass clippings from streets and sidewalks.
3. Establish and maintain flowerbeds, shrubbery, and trees; including soil preparation, planting, fertilizing, thinning, mulching, feeding, watering, pruning, raking leaves, and weeding as needed. Tree planting and removal as needed.
4. Maintenance of snow removal equipment, including attaching plow blades, salt spreaders, hoppers, etc. Operate snow removal equipment to keep campus roadways, walkways, common areas, and steps clear of ice and snow. Clean and repair snow removal equipment and vehicles as needed.
5. Assist in the setup and breakdown of room arrangements for all college-sponsored events and other special events as requested, including flooring, staging, furniture, seating, decorations, etc.
6. Assemble/relocate furniture and equipment as required for both main campus and satellite facilities.
7. Unload freight in support of various college departments, including the Print Shop, Bookstore, and Central Services.
8. Maintain all grounds equipment by performing routine maintenance and minor repairs to ensure that all equipment is operating safely and efficiently.
9. Operate forklifts, front-end loaders, tractors, bucket trucks, and other grounds equipment as necessary to perform assigned duties.
10. Maintain all fire hydrants, manholes, storm drains, and storm-water management ponds; ensure safe and efficient operation in accordance with all applicable governmental codes.
11. Maintain inventory of appropriate campus signs. Install, repair, and/or remove signage as requested.
12. Install, operate, and maintain campus underground sprinkler system. Ensure that the system is drained and winterized.
13. Assist in transporting hazardous waste from departmental storage areas to central storage. Assist in the monthly disposal of biohazard waste by accompanying the vendor and ensuring adherence to college policies and procedures.
14. Follow established safety policies and procedures, including the use of all personal protective equipment necessary to perform duties safely.
15. Other duties as assigned by Assistant Director and Director.

What you will bring to this position:

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Minimum of one year of commercial experience or demonstrated basic knowledge in the operation and maintenance of commercial groundskeeping equipment.
3. Ability to work safely and reliably with a minimum of supervision.
4. Demonstrated ability to work under the following conditions and meet the following physical requirements:
   1. Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs. throughout an 8-hour shift.
   2. Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions, such as heat, cold, rain, snow, and slippery conditions.
   3. Ability to work on uneven surfaces.
   4. Ability to utilize lifts, ladders, and/or scaffolding to work at elevated heights.
5. Possess a valid driver's license and good driving record as determined by college policy.