Groundskeeper Senior

• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/12/2026
• Closing Date: 10/19/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / RiverlandCC-Austin West-AFSCME
• Division/Unit:
  MnSCU Riverland Austin TC / MnSCU Rvrld Austin TC Class
• Appointment Type:
  Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  5:30 am - 1:30 pm
  -OR
  - Seasonal
  
  Hours:
  
  6:00 am - 2:30 pm (Summer) / 5:00 am - 1:30 pm (Winter)
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $22.29 - $31.43 / hourly; $46,541 - $65,625 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 203 - Service/AFSCME
• Work Area:
  Facilities
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The purpose of this position is to act as lead worker to other groundskeepers and student workers and to assist the Physical Plant Supervisor in the coordination and dissemination of work assignments, tasks necessary to manage and maintain campus grounds, parking areas, pedestrian walkways, athletic fields/facilities, and other college property for environmental studies.

This position is considered essential during natural and man-made disasters, and during inclement weather. The employee will report for duty as directed by their supervisor and is subject to recall during these types of events.

• Experience or the ability to develop, write, and communicate landscape plans and projects, ground repair and improvement projects, and daily work assignments.
• Ability to direct and lead the work of others, including multiple work crews, and evaluate work assignments.
• Ability to complete forms, write reports or instructions, and keep written records sufficient to meet administrative requirements.
• Considerable knowledge of horticulture techniques and practices (planting schedules, germination intervals, and transplantation procedures) sufficient to prepare specifications for work and materials; to interpret design plans, specifications, and blueprints; and to maintain and improve facility grounds/landscape and recognize and/or treat plant diseases and pests.
• Groundskeeping experience on a multiple building complex including the care of lawns and woody and herbaceous plants using accepted horticultural practices. Experience with the safe use of and simple repair of hand-held tools, riding machinery (all types of lawn and landscape equipment), and snow removal equipment (hand and heavier equipment).
• Advanced knowledge of chemical fertilizer and pesticide application and related safety practices. Some positions require possession of an Herbicide/Pesticide Applicator’s License prior to completion of probation.
• Able to lift and move from 40 to 80 lbs. Some positions require a pre-employment physical to verify this ability.
• Able to work in inclement weather conditions.
• Requires possession of a Class D MN Driver’s License at the time of hire.

• Experience in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical problems as it relates to grounds equipment.
• Bilingual/multilingual, fluent in Spanish, Karen, Karenni, Somali, Pohnpeian, French, Anuak, Nuer, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.
• Demonstrated experience working with multicultural and underserved populations.

If you have questions about this position, contact Brooke Zastrow trow or .

Riverland Community College, recognized as one of Southern Minnesota’s 2024 Best Places to Work, provides a rewarding career that cultivates student growth through service, collaboration, innovation and respect. You will thrive in a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contributions, open communication and a commitment to employee satisfaction and engagement.

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