Campus Groundskeeper: Outdoor Landscaping & Snow Ops

University of Notre Dame; Indiana; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame is seeking a Groundskeeper to support the care and maintenance of its campus, including trees, shrubs, turf, and landscaped areas, ensuring a safe and visually appealing environment year-round. You will operate landscape equipment, assist with snow removal in winter, and collaborate with campus departments to support daily operations and project work.

A strong work ethic and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6–12 months of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency for work orders.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Team-oriented with cross-department collaboration.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather and lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine landscape maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubs, and beds.
• Install plants for new construction and renovations.
• Operate landscape equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with snow and ice removal during winter months.
• Utilize work order systems to track and complete tasks.
• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Collaborate with campus departments to support daily operations.
• Work independently to complete assigned tasks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Follow instructions

Team orientation

Independent work

Safety & quality

Outdoor work

Evenings & weekends

Equipment familiarity

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

6–12 months exp

Tools

Snow removal equipment

Grounds machinery

Irrigation systems knowledge

Job description

The University of Notre Dame is seeking a Groundskeeper to support the care and maintenance of its campus, including trees, shrubs, turf, and landscaped areas, ensuring a safe and visually appealing environment year-round. You will operate landscape equipment, assist with snow removal in winter, and collaborate with campus departments to support daily operations and project work.

A strong work ethic and reliability are essential.