Groundskeeper

Haverford College; Maryland; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain its beautiful campus. This role involves essential landscape maintenance, including lawn care, snow removal, and operating various tools and equipment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently or as part of a team, and a commitment to maintaining the campus's aesthetic appeal. This position offers a full-time schedule with great benefits, including a comprehensive health plan and retirement contributions. Join a vibrant community that values diversity and inclusion while contributing to the upkeep of an arboretum campus.

Benefits

Health Savings Account Contribution

Tuition Benefit for Dependent Children

Paid Holidays

Retirement Contribution

Work-from-home Opportunities

Qualifications

• Two years of grounds maintenance experience required.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscape maintenance, including trash removal and snow clearing.
• Operate power equipment and tools for groundskeeping tasks.

Skills

Manual Labor

Landscaping

Power Equipment Operation

Teamwork

Independent Work

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Lawnmowers

String Trimmers

Edgers

Leaf Blowers

Chainsaws

Job description

Job Title

Groundskeeper

Job Description Summary

Haverford College invites applications for our full-time (40 hours per week), year-round, non-exempt, benefits-eligible Groundskeeper opportunity.

Job Description

Haverford Offers Great Benefits: The College offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes possible work-from-home opportunities, automatic 10% retirement contribution to your retirement account upon eligibility (no match required), a 50% tuition benefit for dependent children upon eligibility, 14 paid holidays (including the week before New Year’s Day off), Health Savings Account contribution of $700 for individuals and$1400 for families (no match required), affordable medical plans, and a beautiful arboretum campus with walking trail and easy public transportation access. Please visit the Benefits page ( https://www.haverford.edu/human-resources/benefits ) for more information.

About the Position
The Groundskeeper is responsible for landscape maintenance operations, including all elements of lawns, walks, and roadways, as well as minor hardscape repairs and maintenance of secondary areas. This position is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during periods of inclement weather when the College is closed for a weather emergency.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor such as litter pick-up and trash removal, cleaning of storm drains and curbs, raking and removal of leaves, removal of snow and the application of ice control materials, setting up chairs and bleachers for special events, and clearing brush
• Operate basic power equipment and tools, such as small tractors, lawnmowers, string trimmers, edgers, leaf blowers, wood chippers, walk-behind blowers, and chainsaws
• Apply fertilizers by hand and push the spreader
• Assist in turf renovation and repair
• Other duties as assigned

Work Location: On-site, Haverford College

Line of Report: The Groundskeeper reports to the Grounds Manager and has no direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of experience in grounds maintenance

Professional Competencies

• Ability to interact with the campus community in a positive manner
• Ability to work independently or with a crew of 5 or more people

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of landscaping experience

We are aware that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet qualifications as described in the job advertisement. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career trajectory, and have skills and abilities gained outside a classroom context, or an equivalent skill set. We encourage you to apply and share how you meet the position’s qualifications.

Special Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain PA Act 12 background checks
• Possession of a valid U.S. Drivers’ License and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record check
• This position is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during periods of inclement weather when the College is closed for a weather emergency.

To Apply: Interested applicants are invited to submit an application, to include a cover letter and resume. The application deadline is May 26, 2025. Application review will begin after the deadline has passed. Please email [e-mail] with questions about submitting your materials. Should the search committee be interested in pursuing your candidacy, you will hear from them directly. Finalists will be asked to provide three professional references.

Haverford College is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. Women, non-binary and transgender individuals, people of color, Indigenous people, and those with other or multiple historically marginalized and/or underrepresented identities are especially encouraged to apply.

We at Haverford College recognize that we live and work on Lenape land and pay respect and honor to the caretakers of this land, from the time of its first human inhabitants until now, and into the future. We seek to maintain and build upon our current and ever-evolving connections with members of Lenape tribes and communities, in recognition of our intertwined histories and with a goal of moving toward right relationship between the Haverford of today and Lenape peoples.

About Us

Haverford College offers one of the finest undergraduate educations in the world. Our 1,318 students enjoy the many benefits of living and learning in a diverse community made up of students from nearly every state and more than 35 foreign countries, where 37% identify as people of color, and 25% speak a language other than English at home. Rooted in our Quaker heritage, the Haverford community centers on upholding the value of every individual. Haverford provides a rigorous and intensely personal liberal arts education inspired by intellectual depth, collaboration, and commitment to ethical leadership. There is no place where students are more trusted, have more opportunity to shape their own path, or have a more profound impact on the overall community experience.