Groundskeeper/Ice Center Maintenance

Responsibilities

● Minimum of 1-year work experience in grounds maintenance, landscape maintenance, turf maintenance, or other grounds related work preferred. Will train the right employee.

● Proficient in the use of a variety of landscape tools and equipment.

● Must be able to work independently or in a team environment.

● Detailed oriented and thrives in a learning environment.

● Communicate with the Department Head and other crew members regarding daily and weekly landscape/rink maintenance.

● Demonstrate sound decision making and problem solving in responding to work situations with minimal guidance or direction.

● Valid driver's license.

● Ability to obtain a R.I. Hoister license, R.I. pesticide license, arborist license.

● Perform the application of pesticides including fungicides, insecticides, herbicide and fertilizers.

● Ability to perform irrigation systems maintenance.

● Maintenance & preparation of athletic fields.

● Assist in the set-up / takedown of special event programs.

● Campus wide snow removal (including off campus housing)

● Basic equipment maintenance.

● Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

● Wearing of appropriate PPE as needed.

● Available to work modified schedules during hockey rink season.

● Ability to perform hockey rink maintenance as well as operate Zamboni ice resurfacer.

● Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills/Qualifications

● High school diploma or GED

● Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license

● Must have a means of contact during non-business hours in the case of an emergency call in.

● Experience operating and maintaining grounds equipment

● Candidate must pass a nationwide criminal record check

Physical Requirements

● Must be able to lift 50 pounds, push or pull weights commensurate with work assignments.

● Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

● Perform repetitive motions such as bending, stooping and shoveling.

This is a 12-month position that includ...