Students at FPU Only: Grounds Assistant

franklinpierceuniversity; Rindge (NH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Pierce University on-campus grounds team seeks an enthusiastic individual to perform grounds maintenance and operate lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, and other power and hand tools. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, reliability, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include seasonal landscaping, fall and spring clean-up, winter storm tasks, and event setups. A valid driver’s license is required, with the potential to become certified to drive University

Qualifications

• Must maintain a high level of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Maintain acceptable work habits, punctuality and regularity of attendance to arrive and leave work on time and observe established break times and lunch periods.
• Ability to effectively communicate and follow oral instructions in English.
• Ability to effectively read written instructions, signs and products in English.
• Adhere to University protocol relating to safety procedures.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures established by Franklin Pierce University.

Responsibilities

• Perform work on campus grounds including operating lawn mowers, hedge trimmers and other power and hands tools.
• Assist with various landscaping, fall clean-up, winter storm clean-up, spring clean-up and prep.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work with minimal supervision.
• May work with full time employees performing grounds related duties including event and conference set ups.

Skills

Integrity

Discretion

Punctuality

Attendance

English communication

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Job Summary:

Perform work on campus grounds including operating lawn mowers, hedge trimmers and other power and hands tools. Assist with various landscaping, fall clean-up, winter storm clean-up, spring clean-up and prep. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to work with minimal supervision. May work with full time employees performing grounds related duties including event and conference set ups. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to become certified to drive University vehicles. Individuals may be required to work some weekends, holidays and mandatory days.

Experience and Qualifications:

Must maintain a high level of integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Maintain acceptable work habits, punctuality and regularity of attendance to arrive and leave work on time and observe established break times and lunch periods.

Ability to effectively communicate and follow oral instructions in English. Ability to effectively read written instructions, signs and products in English.

Adhere to University protocol relating to safety procedures.

Adhere to the policies and procedures established by Franklin Pierce University.

Special Notes:

Accept and render constructive criticism in a professional manner. Carry out all responsibilities and objectives in a professional manner. Other duties as assigned.