Sr Building and Grounds Assistant; Groundskeeping
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Groundskeeper
Job Title:
Sr Building and Grounds Assistant (Groundskeeping)
Department:
Ground Operations Group 3
Worker Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Hourly
Hourly Rate: 16.9
Shift: First Shift (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
40
Benefit Eligible:
Yes
Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required? Yes
Job Description SummaryPrimarily in groundskeeping services, performs a variety of technical tasks in care of campus grounds - to include mowing, trimming, raking, removing shrubs and trees. May perform custodial and technical tasks related to setting up for events and maintaining the University's buildings, facilities, and grounds in a clean, neat, and safe manner. Hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
EssentialDuties
- Performs groundskeeping tasks, including mowing, trimming, raking, removing shrubs and trees.
- Assists in the set up and break down for events; arranges tables, chairs, and staging; moves technical equipment.
- May set up and operate technical equipment including lighting and sounds system.
- May operate moving equipment including fork lift and high lift.
- Picks up trash and/or litter from University buildings and/or grounds; empties trash receptacles.
- Performs custodial or groundskeeping tasks which may include mowing, trimming, raking, removing shrubs and trees, sweeping, mopping, dusting, or vacuuming.
- Requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of technical experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- May require driver's license.
- Knowledge of custodial or groundskeeping operations
- Knowledge of event set-up operations
- Knowledge of moving equipment
- Special Instructions (if applicable):
None
- A criminal background check is required.
- All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.
- This organization participates in E-Verify.
For positions that are approved for remote work:
Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
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