Shrubworker A

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH is seeking a Shrubworker A to join the Campus Services Grounds team. You will maintain shrubs and beds, operate irrigation, assist with tree work, and support event setup year-round.

Requires a high school diploma with 5+ years of related experience, the ability to work outdoors in all weather, and willingness to work overtime. Strong plant knowledge and safe equipment operation are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 5+ years of landscaping experience.
• Knowledge of shrubs, planting, pests, fungi and diseases.
• Ability to operate medium and light equipment safely.
• Strong communication and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work autonomously and outdoors in all weather.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect shrubs and plantings for pests and disease and recommend treatment.
• Install and maintain shrub and bed plantings with proper techniques.
• Operate and maintain irrigation systems and winterization.
• Support events with setup and takedown across campus.
• Move and transport furniture and equipment between locations.
• Perform snow and ice removal as part of duties.

Skills

Shrubs knowledge

Pest knowledge

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Autonomy

Physical stamina

Overtime willingness

Driver safety

Education

High School + 5+ years experience

Tools

Medium equipment operation

Light equipment operation

Irrigation systems

Job description

Position Information

Posting date: 09/22/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: 0402501

Position Title: Shrubworker A

Hiring Range Minimum: $26.79

Hiring Range Maximum: $26.79

Union Type: SEIU

SEIU Level: E1

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Category: Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year: 12

Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Location of Position: Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?: Onsite only

Is this a term position?: No

If yes, length of term in months. n/a

Is this a grant funded position?: No

Under minimal direction from supervisory staff, performs a wide variety of often strenuous physical tasks associated with the maintenance of campus grounds using appropriate methods and techniques. Grounds-related tasks required of individuals in this position description are focused on the maintenance of shrubs and planted beds, but also include but not limited to operation and maintenance of irrigation systems, assistance with tree work, and snow and ice removal. Also performs labor-related activities associated with the movement of furniture, equipment and supplies to various locations on the Dartmouth campus as well as providing support for set-up and take-down of events on campus throughout the year. Will be responsible for leading and directing small work parties associated with grounds maintenance. Must be capable of proficiently operating a variety of medium and light equipment.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

High School plus 5+ years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• High school graduate with 5+ years relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of shrubs and annual/perennial landscaping plants including species characteristics and proper installation and maintenance techniques.
• Working knowledge of pests, fungi and diseases associated with shrubs and annual/perennial landscaping plants.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to operate and maintain medium, and light duty powered equipment.
• Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activities in all weather conditions.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.
• Must be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Must be willing to take and pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination.
• Must pass an annual hearing test.
• Must successfully complete the following training prior to undertaking work to which training relates including Driver Safety, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Spaces and Hazard Communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate or other educational background relating to horticulture.
• Working knowledge regarding and ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of powered equipment.
• Ability to understand and apply Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines relating to excavation, drainage, and confined space entry.
• Ability to direct the work of and provide hands-on leadership for small work parties.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries

Campus Services HR

Department Contact Phone Number

6036463605

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Nathaniel Moore, Horticulture & Landscape Supervisor

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING. AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING, IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY, IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY. OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM 9/22/2026 THROUGH 9/29/2026.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87281

Key Accountabilities

• Inspects shrub and other plantings for evidence of pests, fungi and disease. Recommends treatment, removal or replacement as appropriate.
• Provides species recommendations for new and replacement shrub, annual and perennial plantings as appropriate and provides professional installation of said plantings.
• Identifies and analyzes structural issues with specific shrub plantings. Recommends and implements solutions including selective pruning.
• Weeds, mulches and otherwise maintains planting beds.
• Develops and implements campus shrub and plant fertilization program.
• Operates irrigation systems, including winterization.
• Assists Campus Arborist and Tree Worker in tree maintenance operations as needed.
• Removes debris, discarded items, and other waste material from outdoor areas and loading docks and transports for disposal.
• Assists with the set-up and take-down associated with major events on the campus, such as commencement and reunions, conferences, picnics and concerts. Includes activities such as the transport, assembly, disassembly and storage of furniture, platforms, barricades, public address, sound and lighting systems.
• Packs, loads, transports, unloads, unpacks, arranges, and stores furniture, equipment and supplies between College locations.
• Performs assigned custodial and maintenance tasks to maintain shop area and vehicles in a neat, clean, and orderly condition.
• Performs snow and ice removal operations.

Equipment Operational Responsibilities

In support of duties as assigned above, operates medium and light-duty equipment including but not limited to types as described below:

• Light Duty Equipment: Small Riding Mower; Push Mower; Leaf Blower; Snowblower; Hedge Trimmer; Chainsaw
• Medium Duty Equipment: Sidewalk Plow with accessories; Medium Tractor with accessories; Medium Riding Mower; Forklift; Box Truck; Pickup Truck With Snowplow and/or Sander; Stake Bed Truck

Culture and Employee Belonging

We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
• Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB-related initiatives within the division and College

Other Duties

Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.

Performs other duties as assigned