Part-Time Groundskeeper

Montgomery County Community College; Center Square (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Part-Time Groundskeeper. The role creates and maintains the appearance of college grounds and building exteriors, supporting campus aesthetics and safety.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED (or 1–2 years related experience), valid PA driver’s license, ability to work outdoors in all weather, and willingness to obtain PA Pesticide License Category 23 during employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or comparable work experience.
• Valid PA Driver's License required.
• Must be physically capable of performing all duties listed.
• Must work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Knowledge of tractors, mowers, dump trucks and snow removal equipment.
• Must communicate effectively with team members.
• Acquire and maintain PA Pesticide License Category 23 during employment.
• Read, write and follow routine instructions.
• Team-oriented work approach.
• Balance and moderate physical strength; exposure to outdoor allergens.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain appearance of college grounds and building exteriors.
• Operate tractors, mowers, dump trucks and snow removal equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with team to ensure campus aesthetics and safety.

Skills

Tractor & mower operation

Snow removal equipment

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–2 years related work experience

PA Driver's License

Job description

Montgomery County Community College invites applications for the Part-Time Groundskeeper. The Part-Time Groundskeeper creates and maintains the appearance of college grounds and building's exterior.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Education/Training/Work Experience:

• High school diploma, GED, or 1-2 years of work-related experience required
• Valid PA Driver's License required

Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

• Must be physically capable of performing all duties on job description
• Must work outdoors in all types of weather
• Proficient knowledge of and ability to operate tractors, mowers, dump trucks, and snow removal equipment
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Acquiring and maintaining PA Pesticide License Category 23 throughout employment

Additional Information Required:

• Ability to read, write, and follow routine instructions
• Ability to work within a team-oriented setting

Physical Requirements:

• Must have a good sense of balance; required to work at various heights.
• Moderate physical strength is required.
• Common outdoor allergies should not inhibit job performance.

Since 1964, Montgomery County Community College has been transforming the lives and communities to meet the evolving educational, workforce and cultural needs of Montgomery County at its Blue Bell and Pottstown campuses and online. MCCC's comprehensive curriculum includes more than 100 associate degree and certificate programs as well as customized workforce training programs. As an Achieving the Dream Leah Meyer Austin Alumni Award recipient, MCCC is focused on removing barriers to access and improving student learning outcomes and completion. For the ninth year, MCCC has been named one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges in the nation by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development for its commitment to diversity. For more information, visit mc3.edu.