Groundskeeper CFNFOM

Position Overview

Groundskeeper (Full Time)

– Requisition CF3 N30962

FOM

The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273‑acre campus, offering nine associate degrees and a range of professional and technical certificates. The College is committed to student success and values an inclusive, welcoming community environment.

• Participates in tree, plant, and turf maintenance, installation and care.
• Installs and maintains all types of pavers and hardscapes.
• Uses landscaping industry standard equipment and tools to perform assigned duties.
• Mows, trims, weeds and repairs turf grass.
• Mixes and applies chemical herbicides and pesticides.
• Participates in snow removal operations.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on college owned equipment and tools.
• Coordinates daily work with end users, subcontractors, and other facilities staff.
• Occasionally performs minor cement or asphalt patching on sidewalk and parking lots.
• Erects regulatory and information signing.
• Occasionally supports the work of building maintenance.
• Occasionally maintains mowing and equipment maintenance records.
• Assists in the irrigation system programming, maintenance and repair.
• Assists in Athletic field Maintenance and field preparation for games.
• Daily outdoor trash pickup and removal.
• Daily creation and completion of work orders.
• Occasionally supervises temporary worker and/or student workers.
• Required to report to work during emergency conditions and may be assigned to report to college personnel at a different time and location and to perform different duties as necessary.
• Annually responsible for 4 documented hours of continuous learning through seminars, classroom training or conferences.
• Performs work safely in accordance with facilities department safety procedures, protocols and the College of DuPage safety program.
• Completes college required training sessions.
• Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work condition or practice to supervisor.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Education
  • High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience
  • Six months experience in turf maintenance, landscaping, or snow removal required.
  • Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in required duties.
  • Illinois Pesticide Operators license required within 6 months of hire.
  • Valid Illinois Driver's License required.
  • Experience in grounds equipment repair preferred.
  • Illinois Pesticide Operators license preferred.
• COD Training
  • Bloodborne Pathogens
  • Hazardous Communications
  • Forklift /Scissor /Aerial Lift
  • Electrical Safety

• Knowledge of grounds equipment including mowers, trimmers, and all types of vehicles, and the upkeep and repair of all equipment and tools.
• Required to participate in winter snow activities.
• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds.
• Must be able to bend, reach, and work on hands and knees if necessary.
• Uniform appearance must be clean and in good wear.
• Must wear solid soled shoes.
• Usually good conditions, but could be exposed to harsh weather and long hours in emergency situations.
• Position requires extensive walking and the ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Required uniforms supplied by the College of DuPage.
• Must pass physical exam at College expense.
• This position requires a background check and drug screen.

Starting pay begins at $20.03 per hour, based on experience. This is a year‑round position.

The College of DuPage offers a generous benefits plan, including paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision (effective from the first day of employment), and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment.

College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs, and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by law.