Grounds Technician

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines University is seeking a Grounds Technician to maintain its lush grounds and ensure they are kept in pristine condition. The role involves basic landscaping duties, snow removal, and assistance in maintaining overall operations. A high school diploma and two years of experience in grounds maintenance are required. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits, making it a rewarding opportunity for candidates passionate about outdoor work.

Benefits

Generous Employer Contribution towards Medical Plan

10% Retirement Match

Tuition Assistance

Access to Wellness Facilities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform basic landscaping duties, including planting and pruning.
• Operate mowers and trimmers to maintain grounds.
• Assist with room setups and various maintenance tasks.

Skills

Basic Landscaping

Trash Removal

Snow Removal

Operating Mowers and Trimmers

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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