Groundskeeper

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Should:

• Read the following before submitting the Application:
  • Upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.
• PLEASE NOTE:
  
  DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT
• If selected for hire: official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.
• Transcripts outside of the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.
• PLEASE NOTE:
  
  FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.

Performs a variety of routine and seasonal tasks to maintain the appearance, safety, and functionality of campus grounds. Responsibilities include mowing lawns, trimming and edging, weed control, pruning shrubs, raking and sweeping walkways, watering lawns and landscaped areas, and maintaining ornamental beds. Assists with snow and ice removal as needed to ensure safe pedestrian and vehicular access. Provides support to other departments within Plant Operations and Facilities Support during campus events, emergencies, or special projects as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of full-time or equivalent groundskeeping work experience.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license.

• Two years of full-time or equivalent experience in an educational institution.
• One year of full-time or equivalent groundskeeping work experience.
• Herbicides or Pesticides Licenses.
• Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.

A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.

Your total compensation includes an 24.67% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies, and fully funded life insurance/accidental death & dismemberment policy.

• Cover Letter

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Other Document
• Veterans Preference, if applicable
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• License(s)