Groundskeeper

Description

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Springfield College is accepting applications for the position of Groundskeeper. The Grounds Staff are responsible for the safe, professional, reliable, efficient, environmentally-sound, and cost-effective maintenance of the grounds on the Springfield College campus.

Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s possession of a Pesticide Applicator or Commercial License.

*Actual salaries will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to degrees attained, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Comprehensive compensation details, including any additional benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.*

Responsibilities

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• Perform landscaping and turf, garden, tree maintenance as part of the Grounds Department. Perform turf mowing and related work [herbicide spraying, fertilizing, seeding, and aerating]. Perform all grounds related tasks including but not limited to: raking, weeding, sweeping, shoveling, plowing, etc.
• Support the activities of the Grounds Department, staff, other personnel, and contractors to ensure effective and efficient maintenance of campus grounds and facilities. Assist in the supervision of student workers and outside contractors.
• Operate hand and power equipment related to Grounds and general maintenance. Must be able to maintain, respect, and care for equipment and Grounds vehicles.
• Support other Facilities Campus Services departments to successively meet deadlines and support the Springfield College community and the college's mission.
• Abide by all standards for safety and health guidelines, environmental regulations, quality, and productivity by following established policies and procedures.
• Maintain campus grounds free of trash and litter, occasionally responsible for campus wide trash, recycling collection.
• Perform seasonal tasks as needed, including leaf pick-up, shoveling, cle...