Campus Grounds Technician – Landscaping & Snow Removal

University Of Saint Joseph; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the 100-acre campus, performing mowing, pruning, snow removal, and landscape tasks using hand and power tools. The role works independently or with a team to uphold campus appearance.

Requirements include a high school diploma, basic groundskeeping experience, valid driver’s license, ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and willingness to operate common equipment such as skid steers, loaders, and plows.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience operating grounds equipment is preferred.
• Pesticide licensure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Mows lawns and trims grass around walks, flower beds, trees and walls.
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and growth.
• Removes leaves, branches and twigs with mowers and other tools.
• Maintains and sharpens tools and performs minor repairs on equipment.
• Plays a role in snow removal and ice control on walks and driveways.
• Maintains driveways, parking lots and sports fields as needed.

Skills

Lifting 100 lbs

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pesticide licensure (preferred)

Tools

Skid steer

Backhoe

Loader

Lifts operation

Plow trucks

Job description

University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the 100-acre campus, performing mowing, pruning, snow removal, and landscape tasks using hand and power tools. The role works independently or with a team to uphold campus appearance.

Requirements include a high school diploma, basic groundskeeping experience, valid driver’s license, ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and willingness to operate common equipment such as skid steers, loaders, and plows.