Groundskeeping Associate

Nebraska Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance up to $5,000/year

Clarkson College 35% discount

Career advancement with covered costs

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeping Associate to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of outdoor spaces on our hospital campus. This full-time role supports patients, employees and visitors by keeping grounds safe and welcoming.

Shift options include 4am-12:30pm or 5am-1:30pm, Monday through Friday, with winter on-call snow response. Candidates should be 16+ and possess a valid driver's license and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age.
• Ability to use a computer for processing work orders and e-mail.
• Current valid motor vehicle operator license and ability to meet and maintain insurability.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary grounds maintenance and upkeep in all seasons for all hospital campus grounds and parking areas in a manner that ensure a safe environment for all customers.

Skills

Driver's license

Computer literacy

Age 16+

Job description

Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Groundskeeping Associate

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Groundskeeping Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of our outdoor spaces, ensuring a welcoming environment for patients, employees and visitors.

Details: Full Time, 40 hours per week Monday - Friday 4am-12:30pm OR 5am-1:30pm Winter on-call availability for 24/7 response during snow events.

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

Leading Health Network. Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

Diversity and Inclusion

We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

Educational Support

• Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance
• A 35% discount at Clarkson College
• Career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs

Job Responsibilities

Provide primary grounds maintenance and upkeep in all seasons for all hospital campus grounds and parking areas in a manner that ensure a safe environment for all customers.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age required.
• Ability to use a computer for processing work orders and e-mail required.
• Current valid motor vehicle operator license and ability to meet and maintain insurability required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with lawn services and arbor care to include demonstrated training in snow removal operations preferred.
• Knowledge of lawn irrigation systems and basic repair techniques of these systems preferred.
• Knowledge of basic auto repair and/or an ability to work sheet metal preferred.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

About Nebraska Medicine

Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics.

Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.

Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families. Working with Nebraska Medicine means committing to meaningful, impactful work that will elevate the success of your fellow colleagues and will help our patients and their families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.