Grounds Maintenance I

Elmhurst College
Elmhurst, IL
Full-time

Job Summary

Assists with the maintenance of grounds equipment and vehicles. Participates in the daily operations and maintenance of lawns, planting beds, campus walkways, campus roads, parking lots and outdoor athletic facilities, along with other associated tasks as directed by the Grounds Supervisor.

The hours for this position are 7 : 00am to 3 : 30pm Monday through Friday.

  • Employee Benefits include Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid time off for illness; family and medical leave (including parental leave);
  • tuition remission and exchange programs allowing you and your dependents to pursue a bachelor’s and / or master’s degree for no or low cost;

long-term disability insurance; retirement benefits; supplemental life insurance. Salary Grade S06 Essential Functions

  • Operates grounds maintenance vehicles, tools and equipment and assists with their maintenance.
  • Plants, mows, fertilizes, weeds, mulches and prunes. Maintains grass, trees, shrubs and other plantings as directed.
  • Removes snow with plows, power brushes, snow blowers, snow shovels and applies de-icing products.
  • Performs outdoor garbage removal and litter pick up as needed.
  • Moves supplies and equipment and stores them as directed.
  • Supports athletic field maintenance and repairs.
  • Assists with hardscape installations, maintenance and repairs including benches, pavers, blocks, decorative stone and border edging.
  • Participates in training and evaluation of temporary student workers.
  • Demonstrate strong commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Support the University’s mission, values, and vision.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Ability to work well with students, faculty, staff and the general public.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a Class C license.
  • Illinois pesticide operator’s and / or applicator’s license (or commitment to achieve one within a year).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Some grounds maintenance experience, including snow removal.
  • Ability to operate a forklift, tractor, bobcat, dump truck and other maintenance vehicles, knowledge of plants, shrubs and trees are a plus but not essential. Will train as needed.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Employee is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions (temperatures varying from below 32 degrees to over 90 degrees) for periods of over one hour, subject to hazards such as proximity to moving parts, electrical current, etc.

and involves heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or in excess of 50 pounds frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly in order to move objects.

Must be able to climb stairs and ladders and lift 50 pounds.

Work Hours Posting Date 05 / 28 / 2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes

30+ days ago
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