Groundskeeper

Chowan University; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Chowan University is seeking a grounds maintenance worker to perform general groundskeeping tasks across the campus. You will help maintain lawns, flowerbeds, sidewalks, and outdoor spaces to keep the campus welcoming and safe.

The role requires the ability to operate light equipment, lift up to 50 lbs, and work outdoors for extended periods. A valid driver’s license and reliable work ethic are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• May require walking or standing for long periods.
• Ability to work outside for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate machinery.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a positive driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate light mechanized equipment and participate in a variety of groundskeeping tasks in support of campus grounds maintenance projects.
• Cut lawn using power mower; services and maintains equipment as required.
• Pick up trash and debris from campus grounds, buildings streets, walkways, and parking areas.
• Trim and edge walks and flowerbeds using clippers and edging tools.
• Prune shrubs and hedges to improve growth, transplant trees, flowers, and bulbs.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks required for grounds maintenance and landscaping projects; place mulch and remove litter and other debris.
• Assist in setting up equipment for special events.
• Assist craft workers as helpers when directed; assist in moving office furniture when instructed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director/Assistant Director of Facilities and Grounds.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Prioritization

Mobility/standing

Outdoor work

Lifting 50 lbs

Operate machinery

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Performs general grounds maintenance tasks involved in the maintenance and care of the Chowan University campus.

Job Summary

Performs general grounds maintenance tasks involved in the maintenance and care of the Chowan University campus.

Essential Functions

• Operate light mechanized equipment and participate in a variety of groundskeeping tasks in support of campus grounds maintenance projects.


• Cut lawn using power mower; services and maintains equipment as required.


• Pick up trash and debris from campus grounds, buildings streets, walkways, and parking areas.


• Trim and edge walks and flowerbeds using clippers and edging tools.


• Prune shrubs and hedges to improve growth, transplant trees, flowers, and bulbs.


• Perform a variety of manual tasks required for grounds maintenance and landscaping projects; place mulch and remove litter and other debris.


• Assist in setting up equipment for special events.


• Assist craft workers as helpers when directed; assist in moving office furniture when instructed.


• Other duties as assigned by the Director/Assistant Director of Facilities and Grounds.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent verbal and communication skills.


• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.


• Ability to prioritize tasks.


• May require walking or standing for long periods.


• Ability to work outside for extended periods.


• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.


• Ability to operate machinery.


• Possess a valid driver’s license with a positive driving record.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent desired.

Prior experience in a grounds/landscaping environment desired