Seasonal - Groundskeeper

Colgate University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant academic environment. This role offers the chance to engage with a diverse community while performing essential tasks that contribute to the smooth operation of campus facilities. Responsibilities include maintenance of grounds, support for campus events, and collaboration with various teams. The position promises a dynamic work schedule and a supportive atmosphere where your contributions will be valued. If you are ready to make a difference in a thriving educational setting, this role could be the perfect fit for you!

Benefits

Sick leave

Paid time off

Free parking

Access to fitness facilities

Discounts at University Bookstore

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively with diverse constituents.
• Ability to work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and students.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for deliveries, event setups, and general labor tasks.
• Perform lawn maintenance and care for athletic fields.

Skills

Effective communication

Cooperative teamwork

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University ‘Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.

This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

The Facilities Department provides the physical environment, utilities, and facilities support services necessary to promote the educational and research activities of the university. To ensure quality service to our community, we provide strong coordination and communications between multi-functional groups and our customers, with a customer-oriented approach. Training and the development of self-directed work teams promotes a work environment that encourages employee initiative and development.

Every facility is the result of an intense collaborative process. Bringing together the dreams, knowledge, philosophies, and experiences of each team member, these talents are aggregated to produce a single result — a campus that will inspire and support the discovery of knowledge.

Accountabilities

Responsible for deliveries of large items, stage/chair set ups and other related duties for campus events, furniture moves, assisting tradespersons as general laborers, traffic sign maintenance, garage and fleet vehicle cleaning, snow and ice removal (mechanically and manually), and all general tasks related to campus work requests as assigned. Must be willing to accept assignments at any work location, as workload requires.

• Perform lawn maintenance including grass cutting, trimming, seeding, fertilization, litter and leaf removal, hedge trimming, brush cutting, limited tree trimming and felling, planting, weed control and general beautification of University property.
• Maintain athletic fields for intramural and intercollegiate events, care of hockey rink including ice making and Zamboni operation, pest control and pesticide application, minor maintenance and lubrication of mechanical equipment, operation of garbage and recycling trucks, and other similar kinds of work as required.

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

• Must be capable of working cooperatively with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students on a daily basis.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of constituents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be capable of working cooperatively with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students on a daily basis.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of constituents.

Education

High school degree or equivalent preferred.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
Required to lift and carry up 50 pounds, while from time-to-time may be required to assist with lifting objects up to 100 pounds.
Required to work in all type of weather conditions.
Ability to work overtime is required. Position is deemed essential and will be required to report during inclement weather (e.g. snow storms).
Responsible for following all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner including but not limited to wearing PPE required for specific duties and safe handling of chemicals as outlined by University policies and/or the supervisor. Responsible for immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to the supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety.

Other Information

A current valid driver’s license, in accordance with the University’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required.

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2023CW027

Temporary

Temporary Yes

Work Schedule

The work schedule varies based on needs of the University. These positions may be on-call or may be scheduled for longer durations of 40 hours per week to cover during employee long term absences. Typical shift while subject to change based on the needs of the University is Monday – Friday 6a-2:30p. End of November – April 1st

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 04/24/2023

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [e-mail] .

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• * Have you ever been a Colgate employee?
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• * Are you a Colgate student who is on campus for the summer?
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• * Are you a child of a Colgate employee?
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