Groundskeeper

North Hennepin Community College; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Pension plan

Job summary

Rochester Community and Technical College is hiring a Groundskeeper to maintain all exterior areas, including lawns, pathways, parking lots, and athletic fields. The role includes snow removal, equipment operation, and routine landscape maintenance to keep grounds safe, clean, and attractive for students, employees, and visitors.

The position operates 8:00am-4:30pm, Tuesday-Saturday, with full-time employment and a Classified-Unlimited employment condition.

Qualifications

• Basic horticultural techniques and lawn/garden care.
• Knowledge of lawn, landscape, and athletic field maintenance.
• Operation and basic maintenance of groundskeeping equipment and tools.
• Basic construction and repair methods for simple structures and features.
• Safe work practices for outdoor groundskeeping and equipment use.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Rochester Community and Technical College grounds, athletic fields, lawns, and landscaped areas.
• Perform routine groundskeeping and landscape maintenance tasks.
• Handle snow and ice removal and operate grounds equipment.
• Support safety and cleanliness of exterior facilities for students, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Horticultural techniques

Lawn & landscape maintenance

Equipment operation

Snow & ice removal

Driver's license

Tools

Riding mowers

Tractors

Snow removal equipment

Utility vehicles

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Groundskeeper

Institution:

Rochester Community and Technical College

Classification Title:

Groundskeeper

Bargaining Unit / Union:

203: AFSCME - Service

City:

Rochester

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$20.87 - $29.73

Salary Range:

20.87 - 29.73 USD Hourly

Job Description

This position is responsible for maintaining, preparing, and caring for Rochester Community and Technical College grounds, athletic fields, lawns, landscaped areas, sidewalks, parking lots, driveways, roads, and other exterior areas. The position performs routine groundskeeping and landscape maintenance, snow and ice removal, operation and maintenance of grounds equipment, and general exterior facility maintenance. The position helps ensure that College grounds and athletic facilities are safe, clean, functional, and attractive for students, employees, visitors, athletic participants, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic horticultural techniques and practices, including planting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, seeding, sodding, and general lawn and garden care.
• Methods of lawn, landscape, and athletic field maintenance.
• Operation and routine maintenance of motorized groundskeeping equipment and hand tools.
• Basic construction and repair methods sufficient to construct or repair simple structures and grounds features.
• Methods and equipment used for snow and ice removal.Safe work practices related to groundskeeping, equipment operation, outdoor work, and use of tools and machinery.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualification

• Previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, turf management, athletic field or sports facility maintenance, or institutional/commercial property maintenance.
• Experience operating riding mowers, tractors, loaders, snow removal equipment, utility vehicles, or similar equipment.
• Experience performing routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs on groundskeeping equipment.
• Experience with irrigation systems and related grounds maintenance.
• Good human relations skills, work habits, and self-motivation.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

8:00am-4:30pm, Tuesday-Saturday

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

RCTC is a member of Minnesota State- a higher education system that includes 24 two-year community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving more than 430,000 students. It is the fifth-largest higher education system of its kind in the United States.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota’s State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you’ll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

Training, classes, and professional development Tuition reimbursement Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

Non-Discrimination/Equal Opportunity

Rochester Community and Technical College acts affirmatively in aggressively soliciting applications and hiring members of protected groups, including women, minorities, veterans, and disabled persons. We apply equal opportunity in our hiring process and provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Persons in protected classes are encouraged to apply. Please assist us in this affirmative action endeavor by encouraging all qualified candidates to apply for vacancies at our institution.

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business, whether using a personal, rental or state vehicle, shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

The safety of all members of the Rochester Community and Technical College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Security Report are available at our Campus Safety webpage.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website. To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

09-11-2026