Grounds & Landscape Technician – On-Call & Field Irrigation

Connecticut College; New London (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut College is seeking a Groundsperson to perform skilled landscape and hardscape trades on a historic campus and waterfront setting. Responsibilities include installation and maintenance of landscaping features, irrigation, turf management, and event-support preparations.

Under supervision of Landscaping Services Director, you will utilize a range of equipment, adhere to safety standards, and may lead student or temporary staff.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of general experience in a particular trade area.
• A combination of education and experience that provides knowledge of various plants used in landscape features; proper care of plants.
• Basic knowledge of turf grass management practices.
• Basic knowledge of pesticides and application methods and techniques.
• Interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to keep shop records, interpret and read blueprints.
• Ability to utilize computer software (CMMS).
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled landscape work including decorative features, irrigation, turf maintenance, and plantings.
• Hauls materials, grades sites, pulls weeds, mulch, waters and fertilizes.
• Operates and maintains landscape equipment and power tools.
• Maintains orderliness of sheds and surrounding areas; removes trash daily.
• Responds to on-call rotations with 15 minute response time when assigned.
• Ensures OSHA compliance and tracks work orders.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Plant knowledge

Turf grass management

Pesticide knowledge

Communication skills

Record keeping

Blueprint reading

CMMS

Driver's license

General trade experience

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Connecticut College is seeking a Groundsperson to perform skilled landscape and hardscape trades on a historic campus and waterfront setting. Responsibilities include installation and maintenance of landscaping features, irrigation, turf management, and event-support preparations.

Under supervision of Landscaping Services Director, you will utilize a range of equipment, adhere to safety standards, and may lead student or temporary staff.