Facilities Landscape Worker GL

Ball State University; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Tuition discounts

University-funded retirement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking a Facilities Landscape Worker to lead and assist in the maintenance of campus grounds on a full-time on-campus basis. Responsibilities include mowing, edging, planting, and equipment use, with a schedule from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

The role demands the ability to train staff and student workers, perform heavy physical tasks, and operate a variety of landscape machinery while adhering to safety standards. Comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years experience in grounds maintenance.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and be insurable under university policy.
• Ability to read and follow safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist in lawn maintenance duties including mowing, edging, and trimming.
• Train Facilities and Landscape Workers and student employees.
• Install and maintain landscape beds and plant material.
• Lead leaf collection, snow removal, and equipment maintenance duties.

Skills

Two years experience grounds maint

Valid Driver's License

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Position Title: Facilities Landscape Worker

GL Compensation: $24.62 - $24.62

Department: FPM Landscape_B

Start Date: 09/17/2026

About this opportunity

Ball State University Facilities Planning and Management has an opportunity to work on the beautiful campus. This opportunity comes with excellent pay and a great benefits package that includes medical and prescription plans, dental, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, holiday pay, university-funded retirement, tuition discounts, and more.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, and will possess great service skills with a willingness to learn. This is a full-time, on campus opportunity. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

HOURS 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday thru Friday

What you’ll do and what you’ll bring

Position Function

Under general supervision, lead, assign and perform duties related to the installation and maintenance of campus grounds.

Duties & Responsibilities

• 1. Lead and assist in the assignment and direction of Facilities and Landscape Workers in the performance of lawn maintenance duties which include, but are not limited to, mowing with push, walk behind, standing, riding and tractor mowers; edge sidewalks with power edger, line trimmer, and / or hand spade; line trim around posts, poles, signs, ditch banks, etc. to control grass and weed growth. Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibrations, chemicals, dusts, fumes, odors, oils, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.


• 2. Assist with the training of Facilities and Landscape Workers and student employees as assigned. Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, chemicals, dusts, fumes, odors, oils, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.


• 3. Lead and assist in the performance of landscape installation and maintenance duties which include, but are not limited to: planting trees, shrubs, annual and perennial flowers, ornamental grasses, ground covers, bulbs, etc.; use of tractors, skid steer loaders, mini loaders, articulated loaders, fork lifts, water trucks, and any other applicable equipment; apply mulch; create / maintain landscape beds using sod cutters, bed-edgers, hand spades; prune plant material utilizing formal and informal pruning methods with hand pruners, shears, pole pruners, power shears, or any other applicable equipment.. Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, chemicals, dusts, fumes, odors, oils, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.


• 4. Lead and assist in the performance of lawn installation duties which include, but are not limited to, soil preparations utilizing sod cutters, roto-tillers, box graders, skid steer loaders, combo-plane or other applicable equipment; roto-till, grade and rake soil; install grass seed either by sodding, hydro-seeding, slit seeder, or by hand spreader; apply starter fertilizer using spreaders or through hydro-seeder. Requires the physical ability to climb, stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, dust, vibrations, noise, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, omprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.


• 5. Lead and assist in the performance of leaf collection and disposal duties which include, but are not limited to: using hand rakes, hand and backpack blowers, equipment mounted blowers, lawn sweepers and / or vacuum equipment; collect and haul leaves and associated debris to composting site. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, reach, stand, push, pull, lift, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.


• 6. Lead and assist in the performance of snow removal duties which include, but are not limited to: using hand shovels, hand brooms, snow blowers, tractor brooms, blades, snow blowers, tractor buckets truck mounted blades, both hand or motorized salt spreaders applying liquid and/or granular products, or other applicable equipment for the removal and maintenance of snow and ice from walks, streets, entrances, ramps, and other campus surfaces. Requires the physical ability to climb, stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, dust, vibrations, noise, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.


• 7. Lead and assist in the performance of trash / recycling duties which include, but are not limited to: picking up trash and recyclable materials from ground, containers, docks, buildings, or other campus locations and place in proper containers; deliver / pick-up trash and recycle containers for special events. Requires the physical ability to climb, stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, dust, vibrations, noise, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.


• 8. Lead and assist in the performance of equipment maintenance duties which include, but are not limited to: hand and power equipment; properly cleaning all equipment after use; returning equipment to proper storage area after use; keeping equipment in a safe and proper working order; replacing and sharpening mower blades; reporting broken, damaged, or non-functioning equipment to supervision; maintaining a clean and safe working conditions in all areas of operation. Requires the physical ability to climb, stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, dust, vibrations, noise, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.


• 9. Maintain records; verify, approve tools and material requisitioned/used by employees being directed. Requires the physical ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires visual ability to perceive depth. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.


• 10. Acquire and maintain knowledge of various job related chemicals and environmental concerns. Requires the physical ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires the visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a computer keyboard. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.


• 11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).


• Two (2) years experience in or related to grounds maintenance.


• Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, University policies, procedures, and communications, and perform mathematical calculations.


• Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy.


• Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements outlined in each job duty.


• You must be 18 years or older.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field.


• Previous supervisory experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping.

What we offer

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer a generous paid time off program and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments.

We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the same for you. In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Curious about our excellent benefits package? We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits. Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Service and download our calculator spreadsheet.

Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action. Our main priority: uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly.

There are about 3,000 full-time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more.

Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state-of-the-art facilities and one‑of‑a‑kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene. What could be better? You here - for starters. Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position.

Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance.

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