Campus Grounds & Maintenance Specialist

Wheaton College in Massachusetts; Norton (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheaton College in Massachusetts seeks a Grounds and General Maintenance Worker (Main) to perform broad in-house groundskeeping, sports field upkeep, seasonal landscaping, snow/ice management, and general facility tasks across trades.

You will support campus operations by maintaining landscaping, preparing athletic fields, and assisting with events. Strong attention to safety, teamwork, and reliability is essential for this essential role on campus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Landscaping & Grounds: planting, mowing, pruning, mulching, and seasonal clean-ups to maintain an attractive campus environment.
• Athletic Field Care: prepare fields for play and maintain turf and equipment.
• Hardscapes & campus grounds: clean and maintain sidewalks, benches, drains, and outdoor spaces.
• Snow and Ice Removal: assist with campus-wide snow and ice removal using winter equipment.
• Trades Assistance: support carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and locks staff with minor tasks.
• Waste & Events: dispose of waste and assist with event setups and logistics.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Landscaping

Equipment operation

Safety protocols

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Overtime flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Mowers/tractors

Snow removal equipment

Electric power equipment

Job description

Wheaton College in Massachusetts seeks a Grounds and General Maintenance Worker (Main) to perform broad in-house groundskeeping, sports field upkeep, seasonal landscaping, snow/ice management, and general facility tasks across trades.

You will support campus operations by maintaining landscaping, preparing athletic fields, and assisting with events. Strong attention to safety, teamwork, and reliability is essential for this essential role on campus.