Groundskeeper 1

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Groundskeeper 1 to perform routine grounds maintenance under supervision within Facilities Operations and Development Landscape Services. The role is primarily first shift, with potential changes in shift, hours, and location as operations dictate.

A background check is required upon offer and a valid driver's license is needed for insurability. Benefits include Ohio State’s comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and retirement plan

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 month experience in grounds maintenance.
• Valid Ohio driver license with acceptable driving record.
• May be required to meet periodic safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, unskilled grounds maintenance tasks.
• Work primarily on the first shift; shifts/locations may change as needed.
• May work overtime and be subject to 24-hour emergency call-in.
• Criminal background check is required prior to employment.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Groundskeeper 1

Department: Administration and Planning | FOD Operations Landscape Roads and Grounds

Job Description

Under direct supervision from supervisor or guidance from higher level staff, performs routine, unskilled grounds maintenance tasks. Works primarily first shift within Facilities Operations and Development Landscape Services, but is subject to changes in shift, hours, days, and/or location as operations dictate; may work overtime; subject to 24 hour emergency call in. Will require successful completion of a criminal background check.

Minimum Education Requirements

High school diploma or GED.

Required Qualifications

• At least one (1) month experience in grounds maintenance.
• Requires valid Ohio driver license and evidence of satisfactory driving record for insurability by university.
• May be required to fulfill periodic safety requirements prescribed by state and/or federal standards.

Additional Information

The target hiring range for this job profile is $15.60 - $21.45 per hour. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Location

Maintenance Building (0078)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Benefits

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.