Campus Grounds & Maintenance Technician

Inside Higher Ed; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Hanover, NH is seeking a Groundsworker B to perform extensive outdoor maintenance tasks, including landscape upkeep, tree work, and repairs to outdoor facilities. The successful candidate will operate various equipment and perform physically demanding duties in all weather conditions. Requirements include a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers a hiring rate of $25.03/hr and is limited to onsite work only.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to pass a Department of Transportation physical examination.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscape features including beds, shrubs, and turf.
• Assist with campus tree maintenance operations.
• Repair campus roads and exterior stairs using hand tools and powered equipment.
• Perform snow and ice removal operations using equipment and hand tools.

Skills

Ability to operate medium and small equipment

Strong communication skills

Ability to perform strenuous physical activities

Customer service orientation

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Jackhammers

Snow blowers

Forklift

Medium tractors

Job description

A higher education institution in Hanover, NH is seeking a Groundsworker B to perform extensive outdoor maintenance tasks, including landscape upkeep, tree work, and repairs to outdoor facilities. The successful candidate will operate various equipment and perform physically demanding duties in all weather conditions. Requirements include a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers a hiring rate of $25.03/hr and is limited to onsite work only.