Grounds/Maintenance Worker, Pfau Golf Course

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Health savings account

Paid holidays

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington seeks a Groundskeeper for Athletics to mow, edge, and maintain turf in specialized areas. The role includes irrigation oversight, applying seed and chemicals, snow removal, and general maintenance across campus facilities.

The position requires 2 years of landscape or grounds experience, or equivalent maintenance work, and a valid driver's license. IU offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).
• Two years of landscape or grounds related experience or two years of experience with light general maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Mows, trims, and edges grass and turf in specialized areas using riding or push mowers and edgers.
• Oversees irrigation systems including inspections and repairs for proper watering schedules.
• Applies seed, fertilizer and chemicals.
• Performs snow and ice removal with hand tools and power equipment.
• Maintains and repairs irrigation equipment (sprinklers, valves, controllers, pipes).
• Transports parts, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Performs other duties including building maintenance; drives university vehicles; provides 24-hour emergency response.

Skills

Safety

English communication

Time management

Professionalism

Quality focus

Flexibility

Learnability

Organization

Customer relationships

Leadership

Tool knowledge

Landscaping

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Mows, trims and edges grass and turf of specialized areas using riding mower, push mower, weed whip and edger. Mulches, weeds, removes thatch, aerates, and trims and edges around flower beds, walks, pathways and walls.
• Oversees irrigation systems, including regular inspections, adjustments, and repairs to ensure proper watering schedules and optimal turf and/or grass health.
• Applies seed, fertilizer and chemicals.
• Performs snow and ice removal with hand tools and power equipment.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs irrigation equipment, including sprinklers, valves, controllers, and pipes. Performs routine checks and maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Transports parts, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties. Drives University vehicles as needed. Works any shift as needed. 24-hour a day emergency response as needed. Assists with snow removal activities as necessary.
• May wash vehicles, checks and tops off fluid levels, and delivers vehicles for maintenance or servicing.

ATHLETICS (BA-ATHL-IUBLA)

• Mows, trims and edges grass and turf of specialized areas using riding mower, push mower, weed whip and edger. Mulches, weeds, removes thatch, aerates, and trims and edges around flower beds, walks, pathways and walls.
• Oversees irrigation systems, including regular inspections, adjustments, and repairs to ensure proper watering schedules and optimal turf and/or grass health.
• Applies seed, fertilizer and chemicals.
• Performs snow and ice removal with hand tools and power equipment.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs irrigation equipment, including sprinklers, valves, controllers, and pipes. Performs routine checks and maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Transports parts, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties. Drives University vehicles as needed. Works any shift as needed. 24-hour a day emergency response as needed. Assists with snow removal activities as necessary.
• May wash vehicles, checks and tops off fluid levels, and delivers vehicles for maintenance or servicing.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).

Work Experience

• 2 years of experience with landscape or grounds related work. OR
• 2 years of experience with light general maintenance.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Possesses a valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.

Skills

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, techniques, skills, materials, and methods of landscaping and maintenance of lawns and formal plantings.
• Ability to lead, plan, and organize the work of grounds workers.
• Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Ability to operate riding and push mower, power tiller, power edger, weed whip, blower, sprayer, tractor, skid steer loader, dump-bed truck, and basic hand tools.
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.
• Advanced knowledge of hardscape materials.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Available to work during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) when weather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to take care of the campus.

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Career Level: Intermediate

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Groundskeeping

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days.

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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