Grounds Worker

University of New Hampshire • Plymouth, NH

66d

About The Position

Perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks and supply labor related to grounds and way maintenance, equipment and furniture moving, equipment operation, construction labor and other tasks as assigned by the Manager of Grounds.

Requirements

• One year of experience in grounds maintenance or a related field/area.
• A valid driver's license and sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform characteristic duties of the job including heavy lifting and exposure to inclement weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven team player.

Nice To Haves

• Experience beyond one year in grounds maintenance.
• Snow removal experience.
• Equipment maintenance experience.
• Experience with a Bobcat tractor, backhoe, John Deere 310, or equivalent excavating

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks relating to the installation and maintenance of turf including mowing, fertilization, irrigation insect/weed control, dethatching, seeding, sodding, aeration, site preparation, and athletic field layout and painting.
• Perform tasks relating to the installation and maintenance of trees, shrubs and flowers including pruning, cabling, fertilization, irrigation, insect/weed control and removal as required.
• Perform tasks related to construction, installation and maintenance of sidewalls, patios, retaining walls, benches, sign standards, stairs and sweeping and maintaining of hard surface areas.
• Operate and maintain equipment to perform above tasks, including tractors, dump/plow trucks, lawnmowers, trimmers, chain saws, bucket trucks, rototillers, sand/salt spreaders and snow blowers, etc.
• Assist with moving and special events as required.
• Act as crew leader in some tasks as assigned.
• Report under emergency conditions such as snow removal, down trees and storm water maintenance as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees