GROUNDS SERVICE WORKER I

Loyola University Of Chicago; Chicago, Pasadena (IL, CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Grounds Service Worker I to join their team. This role involves a variety of landscape maintenance tasks, ensuring the campus remains beautiful and functional. Responsibilities include mowing, snow removal, and operating light equipment, all while adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a willingness to learn, with opportunities for training in heavy equipment operation. Join a vibrant community focused on sustainability and excellence, and contribute to a dynamic work environment that values teamwork and professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Competitive Salary

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• One year of related experience in commercial landscaping maintenance; or willing to be trained.
• Must be available for extended work hours and on-call for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscape maintenance duties including mowing, weeding, and fertilizing lawns.
• Operate light grounds equipment and assist with exterior window cleaning.

Skills

Landscape Maintenance

Snow Removal

Power Washing

Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lawn Mowers

Leaf Blowers

Lawn Edgers

Snow Blowers

Job description

Position Details

Position Details

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.

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Job Title	GROUNDS SERVICE WORKER I
Position Number	8101972
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Non-Exempt
Campus	Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name	FACILITIES LSC
Location Code	FACILITIES LSC (07211A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	Participate in a team, providing a variety of landscape maintenance duties including watering, snow removal, mowing, weeding, trimming, edging, renovating, and fertilizing lawns Rake leaves and/or clear debris from walks, fields, courts, parking lots, and other open areas; load, remove, dispose of trimmings and cuttings; pick-up trash and empty trash receptacles Power washing of sidewalks, exterior walls, awnings, signage, trashcans, loading docks, and other exterior surfaces Dig ditches, holes and trenches as necessary Operate light Grounds equipment such as lawn mowers, leaf blowers, lawn edgers, and snow blowers Assist with exterior window cleaning Empty trash and recycling containers on the exterior of campus buildings Assist with moving furniture between buildings as well as between campuses Perform preventative maintenance to vehicles, equipment, and tools; make minor adjustments and repairs; report the need for major repairs and maintenance Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed Participate in training in the use of heavy equipment as well as classes related to landscaping to improve professional skills and become eligible for the Grounds Worker II position. During inclement weather assist with other duties as assigned. Such as assisting in building inspections and inclement weather preparedness. Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	High school diploma or GED. One year of related experience in commercial landscaping maintenance; or willing to be trained.
Qualifications	Must be able to work extended work hours as necessary and be available 24 hours a day for call-in due to snow removal or other campus emergencies. Must have and maintain a working phone number for on-call contact.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	Must have a valid driver's license in good standing. Maintain the license while employed at Loyola University.
Computer Skills	Novice user of Microsoft office software. Novice user of computerized maintenance management software
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	Yes
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands	Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Climbing, Crawling/Kneeling, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions	Lighting, Heating, Ventilation, Odors, Noise, Heights, Danger, Exposure to Inclement Weather
Open Date	04/30/2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$20.20/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$17.31/hr
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/32782