Groundskeeper - Augustana College

Job Description:

Job Title: Groundskeeper Revised: May 2022

Status: Non-Exempt 12 month schedule

Wage: 710

Reports To: Grounds Manager

Overview: Works collaboratively with other members of the grounds staff to maintain the grounds of Augustana College in a safe manner. Primary duties include mowing, snow removal, landscape maintenance, trash collection, tree removal and removal of leaves and debris.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for the maintenance of assigned areas on campus which may include trash pick-up, snow removal, grass cutting, pruning, clipping, raking, leaf removal, as well as other duties.

• Mows turf areas as assigned throughout campus using a walk-behind mower.

• Plants and transplants trees, shrubs and other plants. Waters, mulches, plants and maintains annual and perennial planting areas.

• Responsible for assigned turf renovations including seeding, sodding, aeration and watering.

• Removes trash, leaves, and debris throughout campus as well as campus owned housing areas.

• Maintains and repairs on campus irrigation systems.

• Removes snow and ice from campus walk ways and parking lots using shovels as well as power equipment.

• Uses supplies and equipment as instructed, following College guidelines for safety. Is aware of and operates within OSHA standards and guidelines at all times.

• Works collaboratively with other grounds crew members and student workers as well as other departments to meet the overall goals of the College.

• Assist campus visitors with requests and instructions in a courteous and helpful manner that reflects the high standards of Augustana.

• Responds to emergency situations as needed. Reports unusual issues or problems to the supervisor in a timely manner.

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Education:

GED or High School Diploma required

Skills & Experience:

• 1-3 years of related experience

• Ability to work with limited supervision

• Ability to safely operate a variety of power equipment with basic training including but not limited to: manual transmission dump truck, mowers, hand tools, gas powered blower, snow blower, string trimmers, chain saw.

• Ability to follow standard practices and safety regulations

• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of personalities.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to lift and/or move 50 pounds on a frequent basis and occasionally lift and/or move 75+ pounds.

• Must have the ability to listen, hear, speak, read, write, climb stairs, bend, stoop, and stand for intermittently long periods of time.

• Must possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment.

• Overtime required for snow and ice removal, special events and emergencies.

Work Environment: The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and moderate noise levels. Frequent exposure to extreme heat and cold weather conditions.

Special Requirements:

• A valid driver's license is required.

• Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check.

Additional Information:

Augustana College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Augustana College provides equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Note: This job description is subject to change and is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter. Position will remain open until filled.