Groundskeeper: Athletic Fields & Campus Care

University of New England; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition waiver for employees, spouses,

Retirement plan match

Holiday leave and personal time

Job summary

The University of New England is seeking a Groundskeeper to join our Facilities Management team at Biddeford, ME. The role may be filled at Groundskeeper I, II, or III based on experience, qualifications, equipment skills, and specialized knowledge.

Responsibilities include mowing, planting, snow removal, and maintenance of athletic fields and grounds. The position offers full-time hours with varied shifts and opportunities for advancement to higher levels.

Qualifications

• Grounds maintenance, landscaping, turfgrass management, athletic fields, snow removal, equipment operation, or related work.

Responsibilities

• Mowing, trimming, planting, mulching, pruning, fertilizing, seeding, weed control, leaf removal, and seasonal cleanup.
• Athletic field maintenance, preparation, grooming, and turf repair.
• Snow and ice removal using plows, spreaders, snow blowers, and other Grounds equipment.
• Operation of grounds vehicles and equipment appropriate to experience and training.
• Grounds improvement projects including drainage, landscaping, fencing, signage, and storm cleanup.
• Evening, weekend, holiday, or extended-hour work as needed for snow events, emergencies, Athletics, and other University needs.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Snow removal

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The University of New England is seeking a Groundskeeper to join our Facilities Management team at Biddeford, ME. The role may be filled at Groundskeeper I, II, or III based on experience, qualifications, equipment skills, and specialized knowledge.

Responsibilities include mowing, planting, snow removal, and maintenance of athletic fields and grounds. The position offers full-time hours with varied shifts and opportunities for advancement to higher levels.