Groundskeeper - Salve Regina University

Salve Regina University; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

On-campus Fitness Center access

Job summary

Salve Regina University is seeking a groundskeeper to perform a range of outdoor maintenance tasks across the campus in Newport, Rhode Island. The role involves lawn and landscape care, planting, pruning, and seasonal chores as part of a team in the Facilities Management department.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of grounds experience, with the ability to lift up to 80 pounds and work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year grounds experience or equivalent
• Working knowledge of groundskeeping operations and equipment
• Ability to lift and carry 80 pounds

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, trees, shrubs, flowers, walkways and planting areas with proper care
• Perform lawn care tasks including mowing, edging, fertilizing and weed control
• Operate, clean and maintain grounds equipment and tools
• Remove trash and debris from campus grounds and adjacent areas

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Salve Regina University, ranked as one of the most transformative colleges in the United States by Money Magazine, is a comprehensive Catholic University located in the scenic coastal community of Newport, Rhode Island. The University's commitment to academic success and personal discovery extends beyond its historic campus into a dynamic world where the application of higher thinking and skill are most valued. Salve Regina offers bachelor's and master's degree programs, graduate certificates, and doctoral programs in humanities, international relations and nursing. Enrollment includes more than 2,600 undergraduate and graduate students from across the U.S. and around the world.

Job Description:

BASIC FUNCTION:

Work in all areas of the Grounds Department according to capabilities, and needs of the University.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary duties involve performing various skilled and non-skilled tasks in the general, preventive, emergency, and predictive maintenance of grounds and interior planting as well as equipment and machinery associated with these operations. Perform setup and distribution tasks, as required.

Work will include (but is not limited to):

• lawn care (seeding, springing and sodding, mowing, fertilizing, spreading lime, mulching, thatching, weed control, watering, trimming, edging)
• yard waste
• maintenance of trees and shrubs (protection from equipment, people and weather, watering, trimming, fertilizing, cultivation, mulching, pruning, grading, repairs, planting, replacing)
• flowers (planting, removal, water filtration, development of beds, weeding)
• leaf removal, brush removal, walkways and parking areas (repairs, sweeping, weeding, sealing, markers)
• permanent and temporary fences, retaining walls, exterior stairs, curbs, traffic islands, site drainage, playgrounds, site furnishings, bike racks, water control, site irrigation
• snow removal, de-icing, tracks, courts, athletic playing surfaces, such as but not limited to soccer, football and baseball facilities, bleachers site lighting, flagpoles, courtyards, interior plants and planting areas
• soil management in regards to proper fertilization and maintaining appropriate ground cover, trash and litter control, graphics, bird and pest control and other work associated with landscaping and groundskeeping operations.
• Remove trash and recycling across campus.

This position is classified as an "essential position". Employees who occupy an essential position ("essential personnel"), may be required to be on campus during emergencies, when work and/or classes have been cancelled. Exceptions may apply and will be determined by the department/office supervisor on a case-by-case basis.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with other Grounds department team members in a professional, supportive and courteous manner in carrying out responsibilities of this position.
• Work and prepare work using acceptable/standard methods tools, equipment and practices related to facilities and grounds activities.
• May be required to perform duties such as custodial or maintenance during emergency, or critical situations as may be directed by the AVP of Facilities Management.

LICENSES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

• Valid driver's license required.
• Must have a home telephone service that allows Management or Security the ability to contact you.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This position is subject to outside work and extreme cold and hot temperatures may be encountered in this position. The potential exists where noise, vibration, hazards and atmospheric conditions might also be encountered. Use of protective equipment is required. The employee must be especially aware of any impact on safety and security.

Requirements:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year grounds experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of groundskeeping operations and equipment.
• Ability to work overtime, when required.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with supervisor, fellow coworkers and students.
• Must be neat in appearance.
• Must be able to lift and carry 80 pounds.

Preferred:

• 1+ years of grounds experience.

Additional Information:

Salve Regina University offers generous benefits to eligible employees including (waiting periods apply):

health, dental and vision coverage available on the first of the month following date of hire
403(b) retirement plan throughTIAAwith employee and employer contributions as well as access to advising services
long-term disability coverage
employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
up to 100% free tuition at Salve for eligible employees and qualified dependents
robust wellness program and free access to the on-campus Fitness Center

Other available benefits include:

supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents
supplemental insurance coverage through Aflac
Tuition Exchange scholarship program. Application available for qualified dependents of eligible employees working full-time
discounted pet insurance through ASPCA
student loan forgiveness assistance program (SAVI)
employee Assistance Program through Health Advocate
flexible spending health and dependent care accounts
health savings accounts
529 collegebound saver program
paid parental leave and adoption assistance

Salve Regina University strives to cultivate belonging values through diversity, equity inclusion in order to foster a welcoming culture for our staff, faculty and students, as well as the wider community. Salve Regina University embraces all people with grace. No matter the path traveled to get here, the University acknowledges that many identities will intersect. Salve Regina belongs to all in its community.