Groundskeeper

Saint Anselm College; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Anselm College is seeking a full-time Groundskeeper/Landscaper to maintain college grounds year-round. The role runs Monday–Friday, 7 am–3:30 pm, with responsibilities across summer and winter seasons.

Reporting to the Grounds Supervisor, the position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of relevant experience, plus a valid driver's license. The team focuses on safe, well-kept grounds in a Benedictine, private liberal arts setting.

Qualifications

• High school education plus 1–2 years of relevant grounds experience.
• Knowledge of maintaining lawns, flowers, trees, and shrubs.
• Ability to operate hand tools and power equipment.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, plant, fertilize, water, prune plants, remove weeds and brush.
• Winter duties: snow/ice removal, salting, sanding, and safety clearance of areas.
• Operate a range of grounds equipment and tools.
• Train and supervise seasonal helpers.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Power tools

Lawn care

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Lawn mowers

Backhoes

Chippers

Job description

Saint Anselm College, a private, liberal arts college in the Benedictine tradition, is seeking a full-time, (40 hours / Monday-Friday 7 am – 3:30 pm), year-round Groundskeeper/Landscaper.

Reporting to the Grounds Supervisor, the basic function of this position is to maintain college grounds.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain grounds in summer: mow lawns; plant, fertilize and water grass, flowers, shrubs, and trees; prune trees and shrubs; remove weeds and brush using power equipment; and so forth. Maintain grounds in winter: dormant winter pruning using lifts and ladders 8 to 12 feet; remove snow and ice from parking lots and sidewalks, using shovels, snow blowers and plows; salt and sand; keep fire lanes and hydrants clear. Perform other seasonal grounds work: rake leaves, sweep sand, put protective coverings over shrubs, and the like. Pick up trash around buildings and dorms. Move furniture (relocate offices, set up furniture in dorms, etc.). Assist with basic construction tasks related to grounds maintenance (ditch digging, cement work, laying tar and asphalt, fence and sign installation, etc). Carry out other special work orders (deliveries, pick-ups, facility set-ups/tear-downs for special events, and the like.) Operate a wide variety of power tools and grounds maintenance equipment to include: large equipment loaders, backhoes, chippers, bucket trucks and tractors. Follow established health and safety procedures. Maintain tools and equipment used in grounds work. Keep storage areas clean and organized. Perform specialized grounds maintenance tasks, such as maintaining athletics fields, planning and overseeing maintenance of perennial flower beds, and the like. Perform specialized equipment maintenance and repair tasks. Train and direct the activities of seasonal help.

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic education (high school) plus one to two years relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired. Good base of basic knowledge and skills related to the care and maintenance of lawns, flowers, trees, and shrubs. Good skills in operating hand tools and power equipment used in grounds work. Physical ability to do all primary job duties. Valid driver's license; good driving record. Successful candidates will be able to assist the college to further its strategic goals for institution-wide diversity and inclusiveness.

Welcome to the Saint Anselm College employment page. We appreciate your interest in joining the College and hope you find this information useful. From day one, our employees are “Anselmian.” Our community values compassion, respect, integrity, and kindness for all. Guided by our Catholic and Benedictine identity, we are committed to sustaining an intentionally inclusive environment that benefits every individual.