Grounds and General Maintenance Worker; Main

0601305

Grounds and General Maintenance Worker (Main)

Non-Exempt

Full-Time

12 Months

Staff

Physical Plant

Provide broad in-house groundskeeping, athletic field maintenance, seasonal landscaping, campus-wide snow and ice management, event support, waste/recycling removal, and general facility maintenance across all trades to support campus operations.

Perform the following as directed:

Landscaping & Grounds
:
Perform all primary campus landscaping duties, including planting, cultivation, and care of trees, shrubs, plants, and flowers. Execute regular mowing, edging, weeding, mulching, fertilizing, pruning, aerating, slice seeding, dethatching, brush clearing, and seasonal spring/fall clean‑ups to maintain an attractive, safe campus environment.

Athletic Field Care
:
Prepare and line natural/turf fields for play, position field equipment, perform field maintenance, and groom artificial turf.

Hardscapes & Campus Grounds
:
Police all campus grounds, walkways, stairwells, window wells, and storm drains for trash, litter, leaves, and debris. Inspect, clean, repair, and maintain exterior hardscapes, outdoor furniture, benches, umbrellas, retaining walls, catch basins, stormwater components, and jogging paths. Assist in maintaining the overall health and visual appeal of the campus pond.

Snow and Ice Removal
:
Assist with comprehensive, campus-wide snow and ice removal across all roadways, parking lots, walkways, steps, entrances, and athletic fields. Safely operate winter equipment—including plow trucks, loaders, snow blowers and salt/sand spreaders—for pre‑treatment, plowing, salting, and ice mitigation during regular shifts and mandatory emergency overtime.

Trades Assistance
:
Support skilled trades (Carpentry, Painting, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Locks) with general work order tasks, minor repairs, lamp changes, filter replacements, and furniture moves.

Waste & Events
:
Collect and properly dispose of campus solid waste and recycling. Support campus event setups, breakdowns, furniture moves, and logistics for major events such as Commencement and student move‑in/move‑out.

This position is categorized as essential to campus operations and serves as a critical responder for campus emergencies and weather‑related events. Expectation is that this individual will report to work during inclement weather and to ensure continuous operations of the campus.

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-3 Years of Grounds and General Maintenance Experience
• Valid Driver’s Licens and safe driving record
• Working knowledge of grounds maintenance, landscaping, and general facility operations.
• Basic understanding of carpentry and the proper use of trade tools, including hand and power tools.
• Familiarity with plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems sufficient to support minor repairs or assist trade staff.
• Ability to safely operate light and heavy equipment, including mowers, trucks, tractors, and grounds machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high aesthetic and safety standards.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Effective communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Physical ability to lift, bend, shovel, and perform outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Commitment to safety protocols and proper use of tools, machinery, and chemicals.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and during emergencies such as snow removal or storm response.

• Certification or training in organic turf management.
• Experience operating commercial‑grade electric power equipment.
• Proficiency in Integrated Pest Management practices.
• Completion of a Sustainable…