Groundskeeper II: Landscape & Grounds Maintenance

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

State retirement plan or an equivalent

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wooster Campus is seeking a Groundskeeper 2 to maintain the FAES Wooster Campus Grounds. The role involves mowing, planting, pruning, and assisting in tree work, with pesticide and fertilizer applications as needed.

Requires a valid driver’s license and 6 months of grounds maintenance experience. You must obtain a pesticide license within 12 months. Location is Wooster, OH; duties may include overtime and outdoor work in all weather.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months of grounds maintenance or equivalent experience.
• Must obtain Ohio pesticide operator's license within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus grounds including mowing, turf installation, planting, mulching, pruning trees and shrubs.
• Assist in tree removal and timber stand improvement activities.
• Apply pesticides and fertilizers as trained
• Operate and repair grounds maintenance equipment
• Remove snow/ice from walkways and entrances; work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Grounds maintenance experience

Pesticide license within 12 months

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Ohio State University Wooster Campus is seeking a Groundskeeper 2 to maintain the FAES Wooster Campus Grounds. The role involves mowing, planting, pruning, and assisting in tree work, with pesticide and fertilizer applications as needed.

Requires a valid driver’s license and 6 months of grounds maintenance experience. You must obtain a pesticide license within 12 months. Location is Wooster, OH; duties may include overtime and outdoor work in all weather.