Campus Grounds & Snow Maintenance Specialist

Central New Mexico Community College; Albuquerque, Santa Fe (NM, NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Central New Mexico Community College is seeking a campus landscaping maintenance worker to operate a range of lawn and grounds equipment and perform outdoor upkeep. The role involves snow removal on snow days and maintaining safe environments for faculty, staff, and students.

You will work under supervision, with exposure to seasonal weather and the need to collaborate on CNM campuses. Prior experience with landscape tools and irrigation systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate motorized landscape equipment (mowers, trimmers, edgers, hedgers, chainsaws, thatchers, aerators, leaf blowers).
• Operate tractor and skid steer as needed.
• Maintain irrigation controls, systems, and make basic repairs.
• Trim around sidewalks and beds; prune trees and shrubs; clear leaves and debris.
• Mix and apply fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides per safety standards.
• Maintain tools and equipment.
• Maintain bleachers, tables, and graffiti removal around campus.
• Participate in team projects across CNM campuses.
• Establish positive working relationships with staff and departments.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team projects

Seasonal weather adaptation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mowers

Line trimmer

Edger

Hedger

Chainsaw

Thatcher

Aerator

Leaf blower

Tractor

Skid steer

Irrigation controls

Job description

Central New Mexico Community College is seeking a campus landscaping maintenance worker to operate a range of lawn and grounds equipment and perform outdoor upkeep. The role involves snow removal on snow days and maintaining safe environments for faculty, staff, and students.

You will work under supervision, with exposure to seasonal weather and the need to collaborate on CNM campuses. Prior experience with landscape tools and irrigation systems is preferred.