Campus Grounds & Fields Maintenance Technician

Phillips Exeter Academy; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Exeter Academy is seeking a Grounds Person to maintain and preserve the campus environment. The role is full-time, year-round, with 40 hours per week on-site in Exeter, NH.

Typical hours are 7am–3:30pm, with snow removal and essential personnel duties as needed. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 21+ years old, at least 2 years’ related experience, and familiarity with grounds equipment, irrigation, and pesticide practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Minimum 2 years’ related experience.
• Experience with grounds equipment and machinery required.
• Knowledge of snow and ice removal operations preferred.
• Irrigation operation experience helpful.
• Pesticide applicator license and knowledge of Integrated Pest Management preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting preferred.
• Experience in an institutional or campus setting.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and repetitive manual labor.
• Cleans culverts, drains, roads, and ditches; spread sand and gravel; erect road markers; shovel snow; collect refuse; rake leaves and grass; mow grass; operate light equipment related to above duties.
• Maintains natural grass and synthetic turf athletic fields, including measuring and painting field markings.
• Maintains and repairs lawn irrigation systems and athletic equipment.
• Assists with maintenance, event setup, and breakdown for athletic facilities.
• Moves furniture and heavy objects; handles refuse and recycling.

Skills

Independence

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pesticide applicator license

Tools

Grounds equipment awareness

Irrigation systems knowledge

Job description

Phillips Exeter Academy is seeking a Grounds Person to maintain and preserve the campus environment. The role is full-time, year-round, with 40 hours per week on-site in Exeter, NH.

Typical hours are 7am–3:30pm, with snow removal and essential personnel duties as needed. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 21+ years old, at least 2 years’ related experience, and familiarity with grounds equipment, irrigation, and pesticide practices.