Full-Time Groundskeeper: Lawn & Landscape Care

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University in Berks is seeking a full-time Groundskeeper Landscape A (Berks) - Grade 7 to join our facilities team. Duties include mowing, trimming, fertilizing, aerating, seeding, irrigating, and maintaining lawns and athletic areas.

Candidates must hold a Pennsylvania Pesticide Applicator Certification (Categories 6 & 7) and have 3–6 months of experience; valid driver’s license is required and safety equipment training provided.

Qualifications

• 3 to 6 months of effective experience.
• Pennsylvania Pesticide Applicator Certification (Categories 6 & 7).

Responsibilities

• Mow, trim, fertilize, aerate, seed, reseed, irrigate and maintain lawns including athletic areas.
• Identify and treat lawn diseases, weeds, and insect pests.
• Operate landscape equipment safely and perform routine maintenance.
• Assist with events setup and cleanup and manage yard waste.

Skills

Commercial English

Arithmetic

Education

Pennsylvania Pesticide Applicator Certification (Categories 6 & 7)

Job description

Penn State University in Berks is seeking a full-time Groundskeeper Landscape A (Berks) - Grade 7 to join our facilities team. Duties include mowing, trimming, fertilizing, aerating, seeding, irrigating, and maintaining lawns and athletic areas.

Candidates must hold a Pennsylvania Pesticide Applicator Certification (Categories 6 & 7) and have 3–6 months of experience; valid driver’s license is required and safety equipment training provided.