Groundskeeper (Full-Time) – Bethel University

Bethel University; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Christian institution in Indiana seeks a Groundskeeper to ensure a safe and beautiful campus environment. Responsibilities include maintaining campus landscaping, grounds care, and snow removal. Candidates should have a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and preferred skills in groundskeeping and landscaping. This full-time position involves outdoor work in various weather conditions and requires effective teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Grounds, landscaping, irrigation, and mechanical skills preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team with coworkers and student workers.

Responsibilities

• Planting, pruning, and watering of campus shrubs and flowers.
• Mowing and trimming turf areas on campus.
• Trash and debris pick-up and disposal.
• Snow and ice removal on walkways and roads.

Skills

Grounds skills

Landscaping skills

Mechanical skills

Effective communication

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Tools

Mowers

Snow removal equipment

Blowers

Tractors

Snow removal equipment

Job description

Join Bethel University's Facilities team and help keep our campus safe, welcoming, and beautiful year-round!

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of the Physical Plant, the Groundskeeper is a full-time role responsible for the aesthetics, safety, and day-to-day care of Bethel University's campus grounds. This position supports a clean, attractive, and hazard-free environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests through routine landscaping, grounds maintenance, and seasonal operations.

Duties

• Planting, pruning, and watering of shrubs, trees, flowers, etc., on campus grounds.
• Leaf removal in and around structures and grounds.
• Mowing and trimming turf areas on campus grounds and athletic fields.
• Maintain grounds equipment as needed.
• Help with landscape construction projects.
• Trash and debris pick-up and disposal.
• Snow and ice removal on sidewalks, steps, roads, etc.

Equipment Used

All grounds equipment, including: snow removal equipment, mowers, blowers, tractors, bobcat, chainsaw, shovel, rake, trucks, Gator, etc.

Must have a valid driver's license.

Working Environment

Work takes place outdoors, possibly in inclement weather or uncomfortable surroundings. A love for the great outdoors is a must!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (some college preferred)
• Grounds, landscaping, irrigation, and mechanical skills preferred
• Must be able and willing to operate within a team of coworkers and function as part of a group, including both staff members and student workers.
• Self-motivated, good time manager, and have effective communication skills
• Adherence to the Bethel University Covenant of Lifestyle

Equal Opportunity Employment

Bethel University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Bethel University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle Covenant and to enforce a religiously based statement of responsibilities for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Bethel University, as an educational institution operating under the auspices of the Missionary Church, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).