Groundskeeper

Bowdoin College is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to join our team. The Groundskeeper will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the College's outdoor spaces, including lawns, gardens, athletic fields, and walkways. This position plays a vital role in preserving the beauty and functionality of the campus landscape.Key responsibilities:
Perform routine grounds maintenance tasks, including mowing, edging, weeding, pruning, and planting.
Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment, such as lawn mowers, trimmers, blowers, and chainsaws.
Monitor and irrigate lawns, gardens, and landscape beds to ensure proper hydration and plant health.
Assist with the installation and maintenance of landscape features, such as retaining walls, and pathways.
Assist with Grounds maintenance (i.e., shoveling and salting sidewalks and pathways during snow storms) .
Collaborate with other members of the Facilities Management team to support campus events and special projects as needed.
Performs other related duties as directed by the Manager of Grounds & Landscaping or Assistant Manager of Grounds and Landscaping

Pay and Benefits:
Hourly rate: $18.00 /hour. This rate may be negotiable depending on the candidate's level of experience and qualifications.
A variety of health insurance plans
Life insurance, disability insurance, and a generous retirement plan
Paid time off

• Vacation, Personal, and Holidays
  Paid parental leave
  Access to many of the College's facilities including the gym and pool
  And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html

Education/Skills Requirements
Required:
High School or GED equivalent.
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions.
Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
Must have good communication skills; be able to get along with co-workers, supervisors and building occupants; and be able to work.
Adherence to safety regulations and guidelines.
Knowledge of proper equipment usage to ensure safety.
Willingness to adjust work schedules based on the needs of the grounds.
Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Preferred:Additional education or training in horticulture, landscaping, or related fields.

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents
Required:
Minimum one year of experience in groundskeeping and/or landscaping, mowing, edging, pruning, and maintaining lawns.
A valid driver's license and the ability to meet the requirements of the College's Motor Vehicle Use Policy.
This position requires a criminal background check and pre-placement physical.
Ability to operate and maintain landscaping equipment.
Please note that as part of the pre-employment process, we will be conducting reference checks, including contacting current or former supervisors, to verify employment history and performance.

Preferred:
Two or more years of experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or related outdoor work.
Knowledge of plant care, soil management, and pest control techniques.

Standard Work Days and Hours

Normal working hours are Monday

• Friday 7am to 3:30pm.
  Evening and weekend shifts are required during special events and heavy seasonal workloads.
  This position is essential and will be required to work during emergencies and/or holidays.

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About Bowdoin
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff-with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Shift

Employment Category
Full Time Year Round

FTE
1.00

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Pay Type
Hourly

Background Check Package Requirements
Support Staff + MVR

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Yes

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?
Yes

Posting Date
04/19/2024

Applications Accepted Until

Open Until Filled
No

Type of Posting
Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicants

EEO Information
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.