GROUNDSKEEPER (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

SSC Services For Education; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 40,115,712 - 50,144,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance/AD

Employee Training & Growth

Same-day Pay

Discount Marketplace & Employee Perks

Job summary

SSC Services For Education in College Station, Texas, seeks a groundskeeping professional responsible for plant maintenance, lawn care, pruning, and general grounds upkeep. The role includes maintaining schedules, propagation, and assisting with winter weather tasks.

Responsibilities include lawn mowing, trimming, weed control, tool cleaning, and safe operation of grounds equipment. The position offers both full-time and part-time options, with a typical daytime schedule at local school campuses.

Qualifications

• Valid Non‑CDL Class C driver’s license required.
• 1 year of prior experience in groundskeeping or related field.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment for grounds maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality customer service to customers by providing one‑on‑one attention to detail.
• Inspects common areas and reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Inspects exterior of the property and grounds; reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Mows lawns weekly during the proper season. Cleans landscaping tools and equipment after each use.
• Trims bushes to maintain neat appearance and desired shape.
• Weeds flowerbeds weekly or more often if needed.
• Shovels exterior walkways during winter weather; salts or sands icy walkways as needed.
• Contributes to the team; facilitates good customer interactions; exhibits professionalism with customers, fellow employees and others with whom there is contact.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Summary

Plans and administers a program of grounds and plant maintenance, including growing schedules and continued propagation through plants and cuttings. Responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the care of grasses and plants. Trims, prunes and removes scrubs, bushes and trees. Performs general janitorial duties including property inspections, landscaping and grounds maintenance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides quality customer service to customers by providing one‑on‑one attention to detail.
• Inspects common areas and reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Inspects exterior of the property and grounds; reports deficiencies to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Mows lawns weekly during the proper season. Cleans landscaping tools and equipment after each use.
• Trims bushes to maintain neat appearance and desired shape.
• Weeds flowerbeds weekly or more often if needed.
• Shovels exterior walkways during winter weather; salts or sands icy walkways as needed.
• Contributes to the team; facilitates good customer interactions; exhibits professionalism with customers, fellow employees and others with whom there is contact.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid Non‑CDL Class C driver’s license required.
• 1 year of prior experience in groundskeeping or related field.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment for grounds maintenance.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance/AD
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace & Employee Shopping Program
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Same‑day Pay
• Employee Training & Growth Opportunities

Compensation & Schedule

Pay Range: $14.00 to $17.50 per hour.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Full time and part time). Job available in Texas, College Station (TAMU) and other locations within the school district. Applications accepted online only.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law.

SSC maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.