Groundskeeper IV - Part Time

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.

This is a Part Time position working no more than 125 hours per month. If you would like to work for the season only, please apply to our Seasonal Groundskeeper position. This position supports the Grounds Department with mowing, trimming, weeding, irrigation assistance, debris cleanup, and other landscape maintenance tasks throughout the growing season. Staff work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and assist full-time Grounds employees in keeping the college grounds well‑maintained, welcoming, and safe for students, staff, and visitors.

• Perform grounds‑maintenance tasks including lawn mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, and garden bed upkeep.
• Assist with irrigation system work, including checking zones, adjusting spray heads, and performing minor repairs (e.g., heads, valves, pipe).
• Support tree maintenance efforts, including trimming and removing fallen tree limbs after storms.
• Pick up trash and maintain outdoor cleanliness across SLCC campuses, including emptying outdoor trash receptacles.
• Perform leaf and debris cleanup using rakes, blowers, and other equipment (especially during spring and fall).
• Assist with hardscape maintenance such as sweeping sidewalks and plazas, light power‑washing tasks, and general outdoor area cleaning.
• Clean and perform basic care of equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers; report any equipment issues to the supervisor.
• Follow daily task assignments, safety procedures, and supervisor instructions.
• Report safety hazards or environmental concerns (e.g., damaged walkways, hanging branches, irrigation leaks).
• Work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions.

• Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Physical activity involves bending, stooping, climbing etc.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform manual labor (i.e., weed pulling, pruning, turf mowing tasks, operate equipment safely, trash pickup, repair irrigation systems).
• Must take SLCC required employee trainings, as well as department safety and equipment‑use trainings.
• Must be reliable and able to maintain consistent attendance.

• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and team.
• Valid Utah driver’s license, if operating carts/utility vehicles is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Previous experience will be considered when determining starting pay.

SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.