Landscape Maintenance Worker

Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,232 - 57,301; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Northeastern University in Boston is hiring a Landscape Maintenance Worker responsible for maintaining the grounds and hardscape areas. This role entails operating various equipment, ensuring campus safety, and participating in snow removal duties during winter.

Applicants should have experience in landscape maintenance and must hold relevant licenses. The position requires physical endurance and the ability to work in all weather conditions, with a base pay rate of $35.40 per hour.

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience in landscape installation and maintenance.
• Must possess valid Massachusetts Pesticide Applicator’s License within three months.
• Ability to perform strenuous manual labor, lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining grounds and hardscape areas across the Boston campus.
• Removing snow and ice as part of the NU Snow Team.
• Operating various landscaping equipment and tools safely.

Skills

Landscape installation and maintenance

Turf maintenance techniques

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered sweeper

Bobcat

Lawnmower

Job description

Landscape Maintenance Worker

Schedule: Tuesday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Saturday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Landscape Maintenance Worker Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining clean, safe, and well‑presented grounds and hardscape areas across the Boston campus through the removal of litter, leaves, and other organic debris. The Landscape Maintenance Worker performs a variety of landscaping projects, including excavation and grading for the installation and/or renovation of display beds, natural turf areas, and driveways. This role also includes cleaning roadways, walkways, and parking areas of debris, as well as removing trash daily to maintain a clean campus appearance and support a safe environment.

Landscape Maintenance Workers are permanent members of the NU Snow Team involving the removal of snow and ice from university and adjoining areas including roadways, walkways, and steps and parking areas. This includes and is not limited to plowing, shoveling, salting, and sanding using University snow removal equipment as necessary to maintain safety of pedestrians and vehicles.

Responsible for security of personal equipment, including tools, foul weather gear, boots, gloves, etc. Responsible for the operation of the following equipment: powered sweeper, steam cleaner, bobcat and dump truck, and all other ground equipment including jack hammer, Air Knife/Spade, rotor tiller and chain saw. Use various tools and equipment including shovels, pick, broom, rack, and lawnmower, etc. Detect and report improper operation of facility equipment, defective materials and situations that require repair to supervisor. Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations. Perform other related duties as required or as directed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of work experience in the field of arboriculture or a related field is required including all aspects of landscape installation and maintenance required.
• Thorough knowledge of turf maintenance techniques required. Some experience in the construction and care of hardscape systems required.
• Must be able to properly operate a variety of equipment and tools as described above in ‘Responsibilities.’
• Must be quality-focused and able to communicate effectively with peers and customers, clearly and professionally as well as the ability to follow directions and interact with a variety of people required.
• Must have and maintain a valid U.S. State of Residence driver’s license and U.S. D.O.T. Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Massachusetts Pesticide Applicator’s License within three (3) months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections (OPSI) 2A and 1C hoisting licenses within six (6) months of employment.
• Must be able to perform strenuous manual labor, including frequent lifting/carrying/transporting loads up to 50 lbs.
• Required to work in all weather conditions in all seasons and essential staff for weather‑related emergencies impacting the grounds.
• Must be able to work overtime during and weekends when needed.
• Must have a valid Hydraulic License.
• Must be able to pass a Grounds Maintenance Proficiency Test.

Other Requirements

• Ninety days after employment employees are required to become a member of Union Local 32BJ, District 615.
• This position requires a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• The Landscape Maintenance Worker is considered Essential Personnel. This is a condition of employment.
• This position is a 40‑hour work week and must be able to work overtime during the week and on weekends when needed.
• Permanent membership on the Snow Team is a requirement of this position.
• Job description subject to change based upon the University needs and demands.

Position Type: Facilities

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement – as well as commuting & transportation.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Base Pay Rate

$35.40