Lead Groundskeeper – Athletic Field Maintenance

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a dependable groundskeeper to perform a variety of groundskeeping duties using powered equipment, vehicles and hand tools. You will help maintain lawns, athletic fields, walkways and facilities across campus.

This full-time, day-shift role requires a valid NYS Class 5 license and physical stamina for heavy manual labor and varying weather. You will report to the Department Supervisor and support safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions with supervision.
• Requires a valid New York State Class 5 motor vehicle license.
• Physical stamina suited to heavy manual labor and varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Routinely performs groundskeeping duties using powered equipment, vehicles and hand tools.
• Maintains lawns, athletic fields, hedges, trees and shrubs as directed.
• Repairs walks, roadways and parking areas; applies sealers and stripe paint as needed.
• Keeps records and reports daily work; adheres to safety regulations.
• Sets up bleachers, goal posts and related facilities for events.
• Ensures work area is clean and tools are well maintained.

Skills

License: NYS Class 5

Physical stamina

Tools

Power tools

Job description

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a dependable groundskeeper to perform a variety of groundskeeping duties using powered equipment, vehicles and hand tools. You will help maintain lawns, athletic fields, walkways and facilities across campus.

This full-time, day-shift role requires a valid NYS Class 5 license and physical stamina for heavy manual labor and varying weather. You will report to the Department Supervisor and support safety and quality standards.