Seasonal Groundskeeper

Student Activities Board; Grantham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Seasonal Groundskeeper to support their dedicated team in maintaining beautiful campus grounds. This role involves hands-on tasks such as mowing, trimming, and general landscape upkeep, ensuring a welcoming environment for all. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently while demonstrating proficiency with basic grounds equipment. If you enjoy working outdoors and have a passion for landscaping, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a vibrant community and make a difference in your surroundings while developing your skills in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year grounds-related experience preferred.
• Ability to work in physically demanding conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Grounds crew with mowing, trimming, and general maintenance.
• Operate grounds equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Motivation

Time Management

Basic Grounds Knowledge

Equipment Proficiency

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mowers

Weed Whips

Trimmers

Blowers

Job description

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Seasonal Groundskeeper

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Position Details

Classification Details

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Position Information

Position Title Seasonal Groundskeeper Position Type Staff Employee Group Staff Time Status Part-Time Time Category Limited Hour (< 1000 hours) Annual Hours 792 # of Months 8 Hours Per Week 24 Work Dates

April – November

Campus Main Campus (Grantham)

Position Description

Position Summary

Assist full-time Grounds employees for two or more days per week performing all various grounds related tasks which will include operation of standard grounds equipment.

Education Required

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Education Preferred Experience Required

6 months – 1 year grounds related experience.

Experience Preferred Skills, Characteristics Required For Position

• Good interpersonal skills; able to function successfully as a member of a team
• Ability to work with limited supervision; self motivated
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Knowledgeable about basic grounds procedures including weed whipping, trimming, push mowing, weeding, mulching, etc.
• Demonstrated proficiency with basic grounds equipment including mowers, weed whips, trimmers, blowers.
• Valid PA driver’s license required
• Basic computer skills including the use of campus e-mail system and software programs used to perform job.
  
  

Special Working Conditions

Must be able to endure outdoor exposure to extreme temperatures; physically demanding job functions including walking, standing, pulling, lifting, and stooping. Must be able to lift an average of 75 lbs.

Driving Requirements

N/A

Essential Employee N/A Primary Duties

• Provide assistance to Grounds crew leaders in maintaining the campus grounds. Daily duties may include mowing, weed whipping, bed edging, blowing, and general clean-up of trash and debris.
• Assist with additional duties including, but not limited to, tree removal, driving dump trucks, backhoe operation, removing and planting shrubs, and leaf removal.
• Consistently practice safe work habits when operating grounds equipment.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
  
  

Secondary Duties

• Be available to help other departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervises: # of Administrative 0 Supervises: # of Staff 0 Supervises: # of Student 0 Posting Date 04/08/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Application Deadline Diversity

Messiah University’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence draws inspiration from its mission “to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society.” The university has pursued this vision through a strategic planning process that encourages diversity through employee and student composition, campus climate, and an educational program that seeks to equip and enable educators and students to embrace diversity. Candidates should clearly articulate why diversity and inclusive excellence matter to them as persons of faith as well as in their profession. Candidates will speak to how as a potential employee, they will contribute to the advancement of this vision through their teaching-learning, research, institutional service, and public engagement.

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Human Resources: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-5300

Student Employment: One University Avenue Suite 3015 Mechanicsburg PA 17055; 717-796-1800 x.2900

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