Grounds & Landscape Technician – Year‑Round, Benefits

College of DuPage; Glen Ellyn (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, IL is seeking a full-time Groundskeeper to maintain the campus landscape across mulched beds, turf, and hardscape areas. You will operate standard grounds equipment, perform mowing, edging, trimming, and assist in irrigation and field prep.

Starting pay is $20.03 per hour, year-round schedule with benefits and PTO. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least six months in turf maintenance or snow removal; a Pesticide license and valid IL

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months experience in turf maintenance, landscaping, or snow removal.
• Illinois Pesticide Operators license required within 6 months of hire.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License required.
• Experience in grounds equipment repair preferred.
• Illinois Pesticide Operators license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain turf grass by mowing, trimming, weeding, and repairs.
• Operate landscape equipment and perform minor repairs.
• Apply herbicides and pesticides per safety protocols.
• Assist in irrigation programming and athletic field prep.
• Coordinate with end users and other facilities staff; perform daily work orders.
• Respond to emergencies and observe safety procedures.

Skills

Turf maintenance

Snow removal

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Illinois Pesticide Operators license

Illinois Driver's License

Grounds equipment repair

Job description

College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, IL is seeking a full-time Groundskeeper to maintain the campus landscape across mulched beds, turf, and hardscape areas. You will operate standard grounds equipment, perform mowing, edging, trimming, and assist in irrigation and field prep.

Starting pay is $20.03 per hour, year-round schedule with benefits and PTO. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least six months in turf maintenance or snow removal; a Pesticide license and valid IL