Grounds & Facilities Technician III — Grow Your Impact

Drake; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Tuition exchange programs

Benefits package

Job summary

Drake University in Des Moines, IA, seeks a Grounds and Support III to maintain athletic fields, flower beds, and campus hardscapes. You will operate tractors and mowers, handle snow/ice removal, and assist with campus events.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliable attendance, and the ability to lift heavy loads. A valid driver's license and good driving record are required as part of a diverse facilities team.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to initiate and maintain good customer and coworker relationships in a team environment.
• Ability to navigate and use FPM workorder system.
• Ability to meet the department work schedule as designated.
• Capable of self-initiating required duties.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds frequently and/or 51–100 pounds with assistance.
• Valid Driver’s License and insurable by Drake University.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for appearance of designated areas including athletic fields, flower beds, common areas, trees and hardscapes.
• Operate tractors, mowers and related equipment; maintain landscaped areas and turf.
• Operate equipment to remove snow and ice from sidewalks, steps, parking lots or roads.
• Evaluate and perform ice control on campus sidewalks, steps, parking lots and roads; work overtime as needed.
• Assist in hauling and moving furniture, equipment and other campus items.
• Provide support for university events including set-ups and tear-downs.
• Maintain and repair buildings, fences, gates, walkways, parking lots and other areas.
• Assist in the care, repair and maintenance of machinery and equipment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Driving

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

FPM workorder system

Equipment operation

Job description

Drake University in Des Moines, IA, seeks a Grounds and Support III to maintain athletic fields, flower beds, and campus hardscapes. You will operate tractors and mowers, handle snow/ice removal, and assist with campus events.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliable attendance, and the ability to lift heavy loads. A valid driver's license and good driving record are required as part of a diverse facilities team.