Grounds Worker

Motlow; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Chattanooga State Community College is seeking a Grounds Worker II to assist in maintaining campus grounds year-round. The role involves mowing, trimming, weed control, cleaning, and equipment maintenance, under the supervision of the Grounds Foreman and Plant Operations leadership.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and delivering a welcoming landscape for students and visitors. Uniforms and PPE are provided, with ongoing opportunities to contribute to campus beautification.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of safety practices relevant to grounds maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Mow grass and trim hedges to maintain campus aesthetics.
• Weed-eat, blow, weed control, and trash removal as part of grounds upkeep.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment safely.
• Support recruitment and retention efforts as needed.
• Follow directions from Grounds Foreman and supervisor.

Skills

Safety practices

Grounds equipment operation

Teamwork and communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Lawn equipment

Job description

We have an opening for a Grounds WorkerII at our Chattanooga State campus!

Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values:

We cultivate a welcome and supportive environment.

We care about the well-being of each other.

We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.

We collaborate to build a better future.

Our Mission - We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Grounds Worker II position assists the College in maintaining the grounds. These duties include, but are not limited to: mowing, weed eating, blowing, hedging, trimming, pulling weeds, spraying, watering, emptying trash and servicing/maintaining equipment relevant to the department. The work is performed year round and in all types of weather conditions. Uniforms and personal protective equipment will be provided, and must be worn at all times. This position reports to a Grounds Foreman, a Grounds Supervisor and ultimately the Executive Director of Plant Operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Grounds Worker II:

• Supports and promotes a culture of safety within the department.
• Maintains the grounds year round under the direction of a Grounds Foreman, the Grounds Supervisor and the Executive Director of Plant Operations.
• Is able to work efficiently by themselves performing all duties relevant to the position such as mowing, blowing, pulling weeds, weed eating, etc.
• Promotes, supports and participates in student recruitment and retention efforts
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of:
  • Safety practices and procedures relevant to job duties
• Skilled in:
  • Safe operation of grounds equipment
• Able to:
  • Maintain healthy working relationships with all members of the campus community
  • Receive and champion directives from supervisors

The Grounds Worker II supports the College’s strategic themes

Holistic Student Support

Maintains a welcome and aesthetically pleasing landscape to welcome students and community members to our campus.

Organizational Culture

Maintains a culture of consistency and equity when dealing with all members of the campus community independent of race, gender, or sexuality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a minimum of a high school degree and have no less than 2 years of experience working in a grounds maintenance capacity.

Salary Range: $32,834 - $38,580

* Application review will begin at least 7 days after posting *