Grounds Technician

Des Moines University College of Health Sciences (CHS); West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines University is seeking a Grounds Technician to maintain the grounds at all University locations. The role includes responsibilities such as planting, pruning, mowing, and cleaning up debris. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in grounds maintenance, particularly in educational settings. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with a competitive pay rate and benefits.

Benefits

Generous employer contribution towards medical plan

10% retirement match

Flexible work arrangements

Community service time

Tuition assistance

Professional development funding

Access to wellness facilities

Paid time off

Employee engagement and recognition programs

Qualifications

• Two years experience in grounds maintenance.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Iowa Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds at all University locations.
• Perform basic landscaping duties and operate machinery.
• Assist in building maintenance and other operational duties.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Landscaping

Snow removal

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional education

Job description

Apply now Job no: 492928
Work type: FT
Location: West Des Moines
Categories: Staff

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences. DMU is seeking a Grounds Technician, responsible for maintaining grounds at all University locations. Responsibilities include planting, pruning, cultivating of trees, shrubs, flowers, and the seeding, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming of all University grounds. Will also oversee grounds irrigation levels and removal of snow, ice, leaves, fallen branches, other weather-generated debris, and trash from all University grounds.

Assist in emergency services and routine work as directed. Also includes moving furniture and assisting with room setups, grounds, building maintenance, cleaning, and other duties to maintain operations.

What you’ll do:

• Clean and maintain the grounds; perform basic landscaping duties.
• Operate mowers, edgers, chain saws and trimmers to cut grass.
• Rake leaves and trim hedges; prune shrubs and check for disease; pull weeds.
• Perform snow removal.
• Apply insecticides and pesticides to plants and weeds, as necessary.
• Clean parking lots and courtyards.
• Remove trash from building grounds and empty trash cans.

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma or the equivalent is required, additional education a plus.
• Two years experience in grounds maintenance responsibilities; working at an educational institution a plus.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Iowa Driver’s License.

*To see the full job description go to Position Description at the bottom of this posting.

Total Rewards:

Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well! Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits.

DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities, and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.

About:

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges– College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences – offering ten graduate degree programs.

Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.

It is an exciting time to join DMU. In 2023, we relocated our primary academic and operational offices to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa, while maintaining an active clinic on our former campus. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

DMU enhances our community’s quality of life by educating outstanding health professionals and leaders; providing expert, compassionate patient care; serving the community in diverse ways; and stimulating the central Iowa community.

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences by supporting a diverse community of faculty and staff with programs and services across the employee lifecycle.

Required Documents:

Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at www.dmu.edu/employment .

Grounds Technician

Apply now Job no: 492928
Work type: FT
Location: West Des Moines
Categories: Staff

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences. DMU is seeking a Grounds Technician, responsible for maintaining grounds at all University locations. Responsibilities include planting, pruning, cultivating of trees, shrubs, flowers, and the seeding, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming of all University grounds. Will also oversee grounds irrigation levels and removal of snow, ice, leaves, fallen branches, other weather-generated debris, and trash from all University grounds.

Assist in emergency services and routine work as directed. Also includes moving furniture and assisting with room setups, grounds, building maintenance, cleaning, and other duties to maintain operations.

What you’ll do:

• Clean and maintain the grounds; perform basic landscaping duties.
• Operate mowers, edgers, chain saws and trimmers to cut grass.
• Rake leaves and trim hedges; prune shrubs and check for disease; pull weeds.
• Perform snow removal.
• Apply insecticides and pesticides to plants and weeds, as necessary.
• Clean parking lots and courtyards.
• Remove trash from building grounds and empty trash cans.

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma or the equivalent is required, additional education a plus.
• Two years experience in grounds maintenance responsibilities; working at an educational institution a plus.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Iowa Driver’s License.

*To see the full job description go to Position Description at the bottom of this posting.

Total Rewards:

Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well! Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits.

DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities, and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.

About:

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges– College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences – offering ten graduate degree programs.

Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.

It is an exciting time to join DMU. In 2023, we relocated our primary academic and operational offices to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa, while maintaining an active clinic on our former campus. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

DMU enhances our community’s quality of life by educating outstanding health professionals and leaders; providing expert, compassionate patient care; serving the community in diverse ways; and stimulating the central Iowa community.

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences by supporting a diverse community of faculty and staff with programs and services across the employee lifecycle.

Required Documents:

Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at www.dmu.edu/employment .

Department: Facilities Management

Status: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: M-F, 8:30am – 5pm

Pay Rate: $23.66/hr

Position Description

Advertised: 10 Jun 2025 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled

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Des Moines University is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information and other characteristics protected by law (“protected class”). The EEO is the Law poster is available here . Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

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