Groundsworker

Grounds worker

Position at Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH. Temporary full time up to 6 months. Hiring range $22.00/hr non-Exempt.

Under general supervision from Grounds Supervisors, the temporary Grounds worker performs a variety of sometimes strenuous physical tasks dedicated to the daily care and maintenance of grounds, shrubs, and plants using appropriate methods and techniques. Responsible for operating and maintaining all related tools, equipment, and vehicles, including mowers, seeders, rototillers, aerators, etc. In winter, responsible for removing snow and ice from sidewalks, patios, and some drives using hand tools and small and large vehicles.

Responsible for removal and disposal of dirt, debris, and rubbish from campus lawns and lots.

• Seeds, weeds, irrigates, aerates, fertilizes, sods, grades, and mows campus grounds and maintain shrubbery using requisite tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Operates hydraulic sprayer as necessary for fertilization and irrigation.
• Collects and removes all debris and litter from campus grounds and lots.
• Removes snow and ice from sidewalks, patios, and other designated areas, using requisite tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Drives pick-up truck and other vehicles to get to and from assigned areas on campus.
• Winterizes irrigation systems.
• Performs other related tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
• Work requires bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in cramped or awkward positions.
• Work involves regular lifting, carrying, and holding objects weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Work is performed: indoors, outdoors, in bad weather and in areas that are noisy, dirty, or smoky.
• Work involves exposure to hazards from electric shock, burns, cuts and chemical fumes.
• Work involves wearing special or protective clothing such as: aprons or overalls, gloves, goggles or masks and hearing protection.
• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Working knowledge and experience in basic groundskeeping methods and tools.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activities in all kinds of weather.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to follow instructions orally and in writing.
• Must be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy. Ability to take and pass a D.O.T physical examination.

• Experience in basic groundskeeping methods and techniques such as fertilization, aeration, irrigation, weeding, seeding, mowing, and sodding.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate and provide upkeep maintenance for equipment and vehicles such as mowing machinery, rototillers, hydraulic sprayers, aerators, lawn sweepers, and snow removal equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to use a variety of hand tools such as shovels, rakes, lawn rollers, saws, pruners, hoses, trowels, tamps, hammers, pliers, and spading forks, etc.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries:
Douglas Cosentino

Department Contact Phone Number: (not listed)

Department Contact for Cover Letter:
Campus Services Human Resources