Grounds Worker

University System of New Hampshire; Plymouth (NH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth State University is seeking a Grounds Worker to perform a range of skilled and semi-skilled tasks, including turf and landscape maintenance, equipment operation, and assistance with events. The role supports campus facilities and responds to weather and seasonal demands.

Candidates should have at least one year of grounds maintenance experience, a valid NH driver’s license, and comfort with heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in grounds maintenance or a related field.
• A valid NH driver’s license.
• Snow removal experience.
• Equipment maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform turf maintenance: mowing, fertilization, irrigation, seeding, sodding, aeration, site prep, and athletic field layout and painting.
• Pruning, cabling, fertilization, irrigation, insect/weed control and removal of trees/shrubs/flowers.
• Construct and maintain sidewalls, patios, retaining walls, benches, signs, stairs; sweep and maintain hard surfaces.
• Operate and maintain equipment (tractors, dump/plow trucks, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, bucket trucks, rototillers, salt spreaders, snow blowers).
• Assist with moving and special events; act as crew leader when assigned.
• Report under emergency conditions such as snow removal, downed trees, and stormwater maintenance.

Skills

Physical stamina

Team player

Communication

NH driver's license

Tools

Bobcat tractor

John Deere 310

Backhoe

Lawn equipment

Job description

## Grounds WorkerApply: Plymouth State University: Full time: Posted Today: JR9882Perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks and supply labor related to grounds and way maintenance, equipment and furniture moving, equipment operation, construction labor and other tasks as assigned by the Manager of Grounds.**Job Duties/Responsibilities:*** Perform tasks relating to the installation and maintenance of turf including mowing, fertilization, irrigation insect/weed control, dethatching, seeding, sodding, aeration, site preparation, and athletic field layout and painting.* Perform tasks relating to the installation and maintenance of trees, shrubs and flowers including pruning, cabling, fertilization, irrigation, insect/weed control and removal as required.* Perform tasks related to construction, installation and maintenance of sidewalls, patios, retaining walls, benches, sign standards, stairs and sweeping and maintaining of hard surface areas* Operate and maintain equipment to perform above tasks, including tractors, dump/plow trucks, lawnmowers, trimmers, chain saws, bucket trucks, rototillers, sand/salt spreaders and snow blowers, etc.* Assist with moving and special events as required.* Act as crew leader in some tasks as assigned.* Report under emergency conditions such as snow removal, down trees and storm water maintenance as required.**Requirements:****Minimum Education & Experience*** One year of experience in grounds maintenance or a related field/area.* A valid NH driver's license.* Experience with a Bobcat tractor or John Deere 310, backhoe, or equivalent excavating experience.* Experience beyond one year in grounds maintenance.* Snow removal experience.* Equipment maintenance experience.**Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:*** Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform characteristic duties of the job including heavy lifting and exposure to inclement weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.* Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.* Proven team player.**Applicant Instructions:**Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the *My Experience: Resume/CV* section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)* Resume/CVApplications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.Compensation Pay Range:$20 /hourPlymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.**EEO Statement**The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.Compensation Pay Range:$13.41 - $22.02The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human ResourcesLocation:Plymouth