Groundskeeper

About Augustana College

Augustana College is a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences dedicated to investing in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and strengthening community partnerships - the guiding priorities of our Bold & Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29). For our 2,500 students from all backgrounds, Augustana provides a transformative experience that integrates rigorous academics, hands-on learning and mentorship to prepare graduates for meaningful careers and lifelong success.

The college’s scenic, wooded campus is located in Rock Island, Illinois, part of the Quad-Cities metro area (pop. 470,000) along the Mississippi River, about a 3-hour drive from Chicago. At Augustana, we seek innovative and student-centered professionals who are excited to contribute to our strategic goals of empowering students through engaged learning, leadership development and real-world experiences.

Employees at Augustana enjoy an excellent benefit package including medical, retirement, generous paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and their family members, and much more.

Job Title

: Groundskeeper

Status

Non-Exempt 12 month schedule

Wage

710

Reports To

Grounds Manager

Overview

Works collaboratively with other members of the grounds staff to maintain the grounds of Augustana College in a safe manner. Primary duties include mowing, snow removal, landscape maintenance, trash collection, tree removal and removal of leaves and debris.

Job Duties

* Responsible for the maintenance of assigned areas on campus which may include trash pick-up, snow removal, grass cutting, pruning, clipping, raking, leaf removal, as well as other duties. * Mows turf areas as assigned throughout campus using a walk-behind mower. * Plants and transplants trees, shrubs and other plants. Waters, mulches, plants and maintains annual and perennial plant...