Skilled Laborer, Grounds

Skilled Laborer, Grounds

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated tothe lifelong success of all students, focused on the continuous improvement of its people, and responsible for leading innovationthat benefits Southeast Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and theworld. Bridgewater's accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking, pursuit of new knowledge,and deeper understanding, the cultivation of meaningful and diverseinterpersonal relationships, and fostering an appreciation forglobal engagement, all aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our institutionalvalues, which ensure that all students are supported and succeed. The mission of the Department of Facilities Management is to is tocreate, maintain, and manage a physical environment that enhancesteaching, learning, and living; and serves to support our campus constituents and our region through responsible stewardship of resources.

This position will provide the opportunity to contribute to student success by supporting the work of grounds keeping ultimatelycontributing a campus that promotes learning and living for adiverse community of students, faculty, and staff. BSU embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will foster an inclusive environment that supports students, faculty and staff from diverseracial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans,persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

7:30 am – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday (Sunday and Monday as days off) (Subject to Change)

Location:

BSU Campus Wide

This is an essential position.

This is an AFSCME unit position and is subject to the terms of thatunion agreement.

* Initial assignment only. Subject to change according toinstitutional needs.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate employment eligibility in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of1986.

AFSCME Classified

• Perform various manual labor tasks in support of the work ofgrounds keeping:
• Install and repair signs
• Perform various external maintenance tasks including rubbishremoval; maintain grounds by planting, transplanting, rakingleaves, pruning trees and shrubs, seeding lawns, weeding,maintaining flower beds, etc.
• Perform snow removal and ice control duties
• Perform related work as required

• Applicants must have at least six months of full-time, or equivalent part-time experience in performing manual labor inconnection with construction or maintenance work.
• Current and valid Massachusetts Class 3 or higher Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Ability to work in team setting.
• Skill in using small hand tools such as pliers, hammers,screwdrivers, wrenches, etc.
• Skill in using hand-held power tools such a drills, chain saws,etc.
• Skill in using a variety of motorized equipment such as snowblowers, lawn mowers, forklift, dollies, etc.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Physical stamina and endurance.

State Job Specifications are available in the Human Resources Office or on the Human Resources website - (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Previous landscaping and snow removal experience
• Ability to deal tactfully with students, faculty and staff
• Previous Grounds Work

Bridgewater State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employee with disabilities. To request areasonable accommodation for the application process, please complete and submit this electronic form:

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Recommended candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment physical as a condition of employment.

$1,740.88 bi-weekly (Grade 10 - Step
1)

S01349P

09/01/2026

09/15/2026

No

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard torace, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation,genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition orany other characteristic protected by law.