Grounds Laborer

Arcadia University; Abington Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks a Groundskeeper to maintain campus properties, ensuring cleanliness and safety. Responsibilities include operating maintenance equipment, landscaping, and responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Generous tuition benefits

Retirement benefits

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Ability to operate power equipment safely.
• Must have valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform general grounds keeping duties for campus properties.
• Operate powered lawn and maintenance equipment.
• Maintain tools and equipment in a safe, clean condition.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent certification

Tools

Landscaping equipment

Power equipment

Job description

Job Description: General grounds keeping duties for all campus properties. Ensure that sidewalks, driveways, stairways, and garage are free of debris and trash receptacles are empty. Clean grounds including pavement, parking lots and tennis courts; remove litter, debris, rake leaves and refuse. Shovel, blow, or plow snow from all public areas Plant; weed; cultivate, and spread mulch in landscaped areas. Prepare holes and trenches as instructed for installing posts, conduits, etc. Trim and prune shrubbery and trees. This position is deemed essential, which requires on-call and emergency response to campus, as needed.

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities:

• Maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition
  
• Ensure that sidewalks, driveways, stairways, and garage are free of debris and trash receptacles are empty
• Operate powered lawn and maintenance equipment - hand tools, vehicles etc.
• Lawn mowing function includes cutting steeply graded areas
  
• Plant; weed; cultivate, and spread mulch in landscaped areas. Prepare holes and trenches as instructed for installing posts, conduits, etc.
  
• Assist with the care and maintenance of all sports fields using appropriate equipment and techniques
  
• Trim and prune shrubbery and trees
  
• Shovel, blow, or plow snow from all public areas
  
• Cleans out gutters, down spouts, window wells and exterior stairwells
  
• Clean grounds including pavement, parking lots and tennis courts; remove litter, debris and refuse
  
• Prepare holes and trenches as instructed for installing posts, conduits, etc.
  
• Rakes leaves and dispose of debris
  
• Move furniture, staging and other materials, including setup for events
  
• Assist with deliveries ensuring timely arrivals of all received goods
  
• Detect and report defective material and unusual conditions to supervisor
  
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition
  
• Assist with the care and maintenance of all sports fields using appropriate equipment and techniques
  
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of all equipment and vehicles
  
• Ability to be exposed to hazardous physical conditions (i.e., confined spaces, heights, mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, etc.), poor atmospheric conditions (i.e., fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation), extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noise.
• Must be able to exert up to 100lbs of force occasionally, and/or 50lbs of force frequently and/or up to 20lbs of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
  
• Must have the ability to travel to various locations, both on and off campus

Qualifications:

• Comply with all health and safety directives to include the use and or wearing of personal protective equipment.
  
• Must be available for scheduled and unscheduled overtime. Be able to respond promptly to emergency call ins often during inclement weather including snow and ice conditions. Must be available for scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
  
• Ability to safely operate power equipment;
  
• Knowledge of basic landscaping equipment which may include standard transmission trucks, commercial mowers, chain saw, and other power equipment
  
• Must have the ability to comprehend oral and written instructions
  
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and other University community members.
  
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member; and good project management skills.
  
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
  
• Ability to be exposed to hazardous physical conditions (i.e., confined spaces, heights, mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, etc.), poor atmospheric conditions (i.e., fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation), extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noise.
• Contributes to a positive work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Ability to learn and apply University policies and procedures to ensure operational compliance and reliable judgement.
  
• Must successfully complete background check, motor vehicle check and drug screening
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times
  
• Participate in scheduled department meetings
  
• Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned
  
• Comply with all health and safety directives to include the use and or wearing of personal protective equipment
• Must have valid driver's license with clean driving record
  
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent certification preferred

Application Instructions:

• Applications must be submitted online through Arcadia's Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received, communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once we've established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based, authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the "Best in the Northeast" for 10 consecutive years. Housed in the College of Health Sciences, the University's Physical Therapy program is ranked as the best in the Philadelphia region (and #2 in PA) by U.S. News & World Report, which also cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadia's quality academic programs, unique approach to a liberal arts education, and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at www.arcadia.edu.

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work.

Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Position Code: AC136F