Grounds & Maintenance Technician: Irrigation, Snow & Turf

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition subsidy

Paid holidays

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a Groundskeeper to mow, trim, edge turf and maintain landscapes across campus. You will operate riding and push mowers, weed whips, edgers, and irrigation systems, and assist with snow removal as needed.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining irrigation, applying seed and fertilizer, performing basic building maintenance, and driving university vehicles when required. A high school diploma and 2 years of landscape experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (HSED or GED).
• 2 years of landscape or grounds-related work experience OR 2 years of light general maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Mow, trim and edge grass and turf in specialized areas using riding and push mowers, weed whip, and edger.
• Oversee irrigation systems, inspect, adjust, and repair for proper watering and turf health.
• Apply seed, fertilizer and chemicals; perform snow and ice removal with hand tools and power equipment.

Skills

Safety awareness

English communication

Professionalism

Time management

Quality focus

Flexibility

Customer relations

Equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Riding mower

Push mower

Weed whip

Irrigation systems

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a Groundskeeper to mow, trim, edge turf and maintain landscapes across campus. You will operate riding and push mowers, weed whips, edgers, and irrigation systems, and assist with snow removal as needed.

Responsibilities include installing and maintaining irrigation, applying seed and fertilizer, performing basic building maintenance, and driving university vehicles when required. A high school diploma and 2 years of landscape experience are required.