Groundskeeper

New Mexico Junior College; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Junior College in Hobbs, NM is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain campus grounds and surrounding areas under supervision. The role involves planting, mowing, irrigation, and general maintenance to keep outdoor spaces safe and presentable.

The position requires physical stamina and may require a valid driver’s license. Prior grounds maintenance experience is preferred, with responsibilities spanning gardening and grounds operations across campus.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping preferred.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plant shrubs, trees, and flowers; prune as needed.
• Remove trash and debris from stairs and walks; rake leaves.
• Water trees, shrubs, and lawns; perform minor irrigation tasks.
• Operate lawn care equipment and vehicles for maintenance.
• Shovel snow and spread ice melt as required.
• Assist with installation of outdoor signs and traffic barriers.

Skills

Gardening basics

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Driver's license

NM flora

Safety protocols

Tools

Lawn mowers

Edgers

Forklifts

Job description

TITLE: GROUNDSKEEPER

REPORTS TO: GROUNDS SUPERVISOR

SUMMARY

• Under close supervision, performs a variety of unskilled to semiskilled general grounds and gardening work and maintains grounds and surrounding areas in an assigned area of the campus. The incumbents are presented with similar situations requiring solution by discriminating choice of learned things.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plants shrubs, trees, and flowers; prunes trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds.
• Removes trash and debris from stairs and walks; rakes leaves, and mows.
• Waters trees, shrubs, and lawns; performs minor irrigation activities.
• Sprays for weeds and insects using unrestricted chemicals as required.
• Applies fertilizer; top dresses, tills, and re-seeds garden and grass areas.
• Operates large power lawn mowers, edgers, hand tools, and vehicles associated with ground maintenance and landscaping activities.
• Operates pick-up trucks, dump trucks, tractors, trucks with trailers, and forklifts for hauling purposes and for trash and debris removal.
• Performs minor maintenance and repair on equipment and tools as required.
• Shovels and removes snow and ice and places ice melt in designated areas such as sidewalks, pathways and entryways as required.
• May assist with the maintenance of parking lots and other surfaces and assist with installation and removal of outdoor signs and traffic/control barriers as required.
• Moves furniture in classrooms and office areas as needed.
• Occasionally Assist in Delivery and installation of furniture.
• May serve on various campus committees as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
• Nothing contained herein shall limit the President in assigning the employee to any of the various College activities for which he/she would be qualified in order to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Some grounds maintenance or landscaping experience preferred.
• May require possession a valid driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of general gardening and grounds maintenance methods.
• Knowledge of equipment, tools, and procedures of grounds construction and care.
• Knowledge of methods of planting, cultivating, and caring for hedges, trees, shrubs, lawns, and flowers.
• Skill in operating grounds maintenance and grounds constructions equipment.
• Ability to recognize the common species of shrubs, trees and flowers grown in New Mexico.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical work as described in this classification.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the position, and follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain and make minor repairs of grounds tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift 25/80/100 pounds occasionally
• Ability to respond quickly to sounds
• Ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
• Ability to climb ladders while carrying up to 40 pounds
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (Hot & Cold weather)
• Ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the work day
• Keep all campus security/safety trainings up to date

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.