Senior Landscape Lead: Grounds Maintenance & Seasonal Care

Creighton University; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Tuition remission

Paid time off

All weather gear provided

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Creighton University is seeking a Senior Landscape Maintenance Technician to oversee year‑round grounds care on campus in Omaha. The role includes mowing, fertilizing, planting, pruning, and supervising contracted crews as needed.

Responsibilities include equipment inspections, seasonal updates, and mentoring junior staff. The position requires a valid US driver's license, ability to lift 50 lbs, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ Years related experience preferred.
• Experience operating commercial zero-turn mowers and snow removal equipment.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicators certification or ability to attain within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily landscape maintenance, including turf care, plant care, litter removal, and general repairs to campus grounds.
• Conducts inspections and completes preventative maintenance on landscape equipment.
• Performs seasonal landscape updates and specialized maintenance tasks.
• Responds to service and repair requests for University grounds and landscape.
• Oversees contracted grounds and landscape work, mentoring less-experienced technicians.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects within Facilities Management.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Customer service

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Team mentorship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Creighton University is seeking a Senior Landscape Maintenance Technician to oversee year‑round grounds care on campus in Omaha. The role includes mowing, fertilizing, planting, pruning, and supervising contracted crews as needed.

Responsibilities include equipment inspections, seasonal updates, and mentoring junior staff. The position requires a valid US driver's license, ability to lift 50 lbs, and flexibility to work nights, weekends, or holidays as needed.