Grounds Worker

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

Job summary

University System of New Hampshire is seeking a Grounds Worker in Plymouth, NH to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to grounds, equipment and construction labor as assigned by the Manager of Grounds.

The role requires one year of grounds maintenance experience, a valid NH driver’s license, and physical ability for heavy lifting and adverse weather. It emphasizes teamwork and reliable communication, with opportunities to lead on certain tasks.

Qualifications

• One year of grounds maintenance experience.
• A valid NH driver’s license.
• Sufficient strength and physical dexterity for heavy lifting and weather exposure.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Mow, fertilize, irrigate, dethatch, seed, sod and lay out athletic fields.
• Prune and maintain trees, shrubs and flowers, including irrigation and pest control.
• Construct and maintain sidewalls, patios, retaining walls, benches, stairs and sign standards; maintain hard surfaces.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment (tractors, mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, bucket trucks, rototillers, sand/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 storm water maintenance.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Driver’s license

Physical dexterity

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Bobcat tractor

John Deere 310

Backhoe

Job description

Perform 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:

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience beyond one year in grounds maintenance.
• Snow removal experience.
• Equipment maintenance experience.
• Experience with a Bobcat tractor or John Deere 310, backhoe, or equivalent excavating experience.
• Proven team player.

Plymouth 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 - $22.02

The 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 Resources

Location

Plymouth