Full-Time Groundskeeper

Montgomery County Community College; Center Square (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Community College is seeking a Full-Time Groundskeeper to create and maintain the appearance of college grounds and the exterior of buildings across its Blue Bell and Pottstown campuses in Pennsylvania.

The role requires a high school diploma or 1–2 years of related experience, a PA driver’s license, the ability to work outdoors in all weather, and physical fitness to operate tractors, mowers, and snow removal equipment; pesticide license may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or 1-2 years of work-related experience required.
• Valid PA Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Creates and maintains the appearance of college grounds and building's exterior.

Skills

Physical capability

Outdoor work

Effective communication

PA Driver's License

Pesticide license readiness

Education

High school diploma / GED

1–2 years related experience

Tools

Tractors

Mowers

Dump trucks

Snow removal equipment

Job description

Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Full-Time Groundskeeper. The Full-Time Groundskeeper creates and maintains the appearance of college grounds and building's exterior.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Education/Training/Work Experience:

• High school diploma, GED, or 1-2 years of work-related experience required
• Valid PA Driver's License required

Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

• Must be physically capable of performing all duties on job description
• Must work outdoors in all types of weather
• Proficient knowledge of and ability to operate tractors, mowers, dump trucks, and snow removal equipment
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Acquiring and maintaining PA Pesticide License Category 23 throughout employment

Additional Information Required:

• Ability to read, write, and follow routine instructions
• Ability to work within a team-oriented setting

Physical Requirements:

• Must have a good sense of balance; required to work at various heights.
• Moderate physical strength is required.
• Common outdoor allergies should not inhibit job performance.

Since 1964, Montgomery County Community College has been transforming the lives and communities to meet the evolving educational, workforce and cultural needs of Montgomery County at its Blue Bell and Pottstown campuses and online. MCCC's comprehensive curriculum includes more than 100 associate degree and certificate programs as well as customized workforce training programs. As an Achieving the Dream Leah Meyer Austin Alumni Award recipient, MCCC is focused on removing barriers to access and improving student learning outcomes and completion. For the ninth year, MCCC has been named one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges in the nation by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development for its commitment to diversity. For more information, visit mc3.edu.