Outdoor Grounds & Landscape Technician

Eastern New Mexico University; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell is seeking a Groundskeeper to perform a range of grounds maintenance tasks, including lawn care, shrub and tree maintenance, and debris removal. The role may require evening, weekend, and emergency coverage.

Under supervision, you will maintain lawns, beds, and sprinkler systems, operate common groundskeeping tools, and assist with moves and event setups. A high school diploma or GED and a valid license are required, with NSC Defensive Driving training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must complete the National Safety Council Defensive Driving Course (employer paid).
• Must pass a background check and be willing to obtain a pre-employment physical (employer paid).
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cares for trees and shrubs, including trimming and watering.
• Maintains lawns by mowing, gardening, weeding, edging, trimming, cleaning, raking, and fertilizing.
• Maintains flower beds, including watering, pruning, and applying chemicals.
• Picks up and transports refuse, brush, and other unwanted materials to designated dump sites.
• Cleans parking lots and fills potholes with blacktop.
• Removes snow and ice from walkways and outdoor areas.
• Cleans debris from roofs.
• Performs minor cleaning and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment, including checking oil, lubrication, cleaning, and inspecting safety features.
• Assists with moves and event set-ups as needed.
• Responds to emergencies during evenings, nights, and weekends.

Skills

Planting and lawn care

Communication

Hand tools operation

Sprinkler systems knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lawnmowers

Weed eaters

Shears

Shovels

Spades

Job description

Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell is seeking a Groundskeeper to perform a range of grounds maintenance tasks, including lawn care, shrub and tree maintenance, and debris removal. The role may require evening, weekend, and emergency coverage.

Under supervision, you will maintain lawns, beds, and sprinkler systems, operate common groundskeeping tools, and assist with moves and event setups. A high school diploma or GED and a valid license are required, with NSC Defensive Driving training