Groundsperson

FORDHAM University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union Local 810

Job summary

Fordham University is seeking a Groundsperson to maintain campus grounds, roadways, walkways, and landscapes across its campuses. The role performs mowing, trimming, leaf removal, trash collection, pruning, planting, fertilizing, and basic tree care while supporting indoor/outdoor events.

The position requires a High School diploma, at least 2 years of grounds experience, and a valid NYS driver’s license. Work Tue–Sat, 6:00 am–2:30 pm, with union Local 810 affiliation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of grounds or related duties.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Maintains campus grounds, roadways, walkways, parking lots, and landscape.
• Mows lawns, trims weeds, and rakes leaves as assigned.
• Picks up trash and empties containers; trims shrubs and trees as needed.
• Operates power equipment and uses fertilizers/herbicides as directed.
• Assists in snow removal and setup for events as required.

Skills

Landscaping

Power equipment

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Position Information

Position Information

About Fordham

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program ( EAP ); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Grounds and Transportation, the Groundsperson performs tasks in the maintenance of park grounds, equipment, street medians, trees, and other landscaped areas.

This position requires work hours from Tuesday to Saturday, 6:00 am – 2:30 pm.

Essential Functions

Maintains all campus grounds, including roadways, walkways, parking lots, and landscape.

Mows lawns, trims weeds, and rakes leaves as assigned.

Picks up and removes trash prior to mowing a designated area.

Empties trash and recycling containers.

Trims bushes, shrubs, and hedges.

Assists in preparing soil and planting flowers, bushes, hedges, or shrubs.

Plants trees and prunes them when necessary.

Maintains, cuts, and removes trees as needed.

Applies fertilizer and herbicides as directed.

Completes snow removal tasks such as shoveling sidewalks, steps, and campus entrances as needed during the winter months.

Operates snow blower or snow plow to clear roads, driveways, and parking lots.

Performs routine checklist on power equipment.

Sets up items and other equipment as required for indoor and outdoor events.

Essential Functions Note

Essential Functions Note This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities

Management Responsibilities Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others.

Additional Functions

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of 2 years of experience in grounds or other related duties.

Valid New York State driver’s license.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills

Extensive knowledge of landscaping techniques and processes.

Knowledge of standard tools of the trade and operation of power plant equipment.

Ability to operate manual transmission vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service

Minimum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service $2,803.20

Maximum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service

Maximum Biweekly Salary for Internal Applicants with 3 or more years of service $2,803.20

Minimum Biweekly Salary for New Employees

Minimum Biweekly Salary for New Employees $2,803.20

Maximum Biweekly Salary for New Employees

Maximum Biweekly Salary for New Employees $2,803.20

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation Local 810

Posting Number

Posting Number M133P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Start Date

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/11/2026

Start Date

Start Date ASAP

EEO Statement

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Physical Activity and Work Environment

Sitting Not Required

Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing)

Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Often

Hearing, Listening, Talking Nearly Continuously

Standing

Standing Nearly Continuously

Walking

Walking Nearly Continuously

Running

Running Seldom

Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling

Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Often

Climbing stairs Often

Climbing ladders

Climbing ladders Often

Reaching overhead

Reaching overhead Often

Pulling, pushing

Pulling, pushing Often

Shoveling

Shoveling Often

Lifting – up to 20 pounds

Lifting – up to 20 pounds Often

Lifting – up to 50 pounds

Lifting – up to 50 pounds Often

Lifting – over 50 pounds Often

Work Environment Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions., Extreme Cold: Temperatures typically below 32 degrees Fahrenheit for more than an hour., Extreme Heat: Temperatures typically above 100 degrees Fahrenheit for more than an hour., Noise: There is sufficient noise to require one to regularly shout in order to be heard above the noise level., Vibration: Exposure to oscillatng movements of extremities or whole body.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Referral Form

Supplemental questions you will be required to answer on the application (No action is needed on this page)

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a minimum of 2 years of experience in grounds and other related duties?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid NYS driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No