Lead Groundskeeper & Field Technician

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a grounds maintenance worker to assist in maintaining the Student Recreation Center and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include using mowers and trimmers, gardening tasks, and leading student staff on projects.

Applicants must have at least a high school diploma and three years of related experience. A Texas Pesticide Applicator License is preferred. The role is physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift at least 50 pounds and some evening and weekend work may be necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Three years of related experience is required.
• Experience in grounds work, gardening, horticulture, or similar occupations is required.

Responsibilities

• Cuts weeds and brush with string trimmer; uses power mower to cut grass.
• Maintains garden beds by trimming, edging, watering, and fertilizing plants.
• Assists with maintenance of outdoor pool.

Skills

Grounds maintenance techniques

Identification of trees, shrubs, and flowers

Proper use of insecticides and fertilizers

Use of groundskeeping tools

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Texas Pesticide Applicator License

Tools

Large mowers

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks a grounds maintenance worker to assist in maintaining the Student Recreation Center and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include using mowers and trimmers, gardening tasks, and leading student staff on projects.

Applicants must have at least a high school diploma and three years of related experience. A Texas Pesticide Applicator License is preferred. The role is physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift at least 50 pounds and some evening and weekend work may be necessary.