Groundskeeper

mnstate.edu; Rochester, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Pension plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Rochester Community and Technical College in Rochester, MN, seeks a Groundskeeper to maintain lawns, landscapes, sidewalks, parking lots, and athletic facilities. The role covers routine groundskeeping, landscape maintenance, snow removal, and exterior facility upkeep to keep the campus safe and welcoming.

Work hours are 8:00am–4:30pm, Tuesday–Saturday. A valid driver's license and basic horticultural knowledge are required, along with experience operating groundskeeping equipment and performing

Qualifications

• Basic horticultural techniques including planting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, seeding, and sodding.
• Lawn, landscape, and athletic field maintenance methods.
• Operation and routine maintenance of groundskeeping equipment and tools.
• Snow and ice removal methods and safe outdoor work practices.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, landscapes, sidewalks, and athletic facilities for safety and appeal.
• Perform routine groundskeeping and exterior facility maintenance tasks.
• Complete snow and ice removal and operate grounds equipment as needed.

Skills

Horticultural basics

Lawn & landscape maintenance

Groundskeeping equipment operation

Snow & ice removal

Safety practices

Valid driver's license

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

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

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.

• 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