Grounds Maintenance Specialist

University System of New Hampshire; Plymouth (NH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University System of New Hampshire is seeking a Grounds Worker in Plymouth, NH to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to grounds, equipment and construction labor as assigned by the Manager of Grounds.

The role requires one year of grounds maintenance experience, a valid NH driver’s license, and physical ability for heavy lifting and adverse weather. It emphasizes teamwork and reliable communication, with opportunities to lead on certain tasks.

Qualifications

• One year of grounds maintenance experience.
• A valid NH driver’s license.
• Sufficient strength and physical dexterity for heavy lifting and weather exposure.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mow, fertilize, irrigate, dethatch, seed, sod and lay out athletic fields.
• Prune and maintain trees, shrubs and flowers, including irrigation and pest control.
• Construct and maintain sidewalls, patios, retaining walls, benches, stairs and sign standards; maintain hard surfaces.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment (tractors, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, bucket trucks, rototillers, sand/salt spreaders, snow blowers).
• Assist with moving and special events; act as crew leader when assigned.
• Report under emergency conditions such as snow removal, downed trees and storm water maintenance.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Driver’s license

Physical dexterity

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Bobcat tractor

John Deere 310

Backhoe

Job description

University System of New Hampshire is seeking a Grounds Worker in Plymouth, NH to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to grounds, equipment and construction labor as assigned by the Manager of Grounds.

The role requires one year of grounds maintenance experience, a valid NH driver’s license, and physical ability for heavy lifting and adverse weather. It emphasizes teamwork and reliable communication, with opportunities to lead on certain tasks.