Campus Grounds Technician: Landscaping & Outdoor Care

Salve Regina University; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

On-campus Fitness Center access

Job summary

Salve Regina University is seeking a groundskeeper to perform a range of outdoor maintenance tasks across the campus in Newport, Rhode Island. The role involves lawn and landscape care, planting, pruning, and seasonal chores as part of a team in the Facilities Management department.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of grounds experience, with the ability to lift up to 80 pounds and work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year grounds experience or equivalent
• Working knowledge of groundskeeping operations and equipment
• Ability to lift and carry 80 pounds

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, walkways and planting areas with proper care
• Perform lawn care tasks including mowing, edging, fertilizing and weed control
• Operate, clean and maintain grounds equipment and tools
• Remove trash and debris from campus grounds and adjacent areas

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Salve Regina University is seeking a groundskeeper to perform a range of outdoor maintenance tasks across the campus in Newport, Rhode Island. The role involves lawn and landscape care, planting, pruning, and seasonal chores as part of a team in the Facilities Management department.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of grounds experience, with the ability to lift up to 80 pounds and work in varying weather conditions.