Groundskeeper I

Rochester Institute of Technology•Rochester, NY

4d•$17 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Management Services (FMS) supports the RIT community by designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining a high‑quality, cost‑effective campus environment. The FMS Grounds team plays a key role in this effort by maintaining the exterior campus, including approximately 1,300 acres of land, 32 miles of roads and walkways, and 48 acres of parking lots. Work with a team that values hard work and the difference it makes every day. FMS provides dependable, year‑round employment and hands‑on training to help you grow on the job.

Requirements

Knowledge of grounds landscape and hardscape maintenance
Knowledge of horticulture practices
Skill in operating a variety of groundskeeping tools and machinery efficiently and safely
Skill in reading and interpreting landscaping plans and work orders
Ability to maintain grounds and landscaped areas in an attractive, safe, and functional condition
Ability to select and use appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) equipment for tasks performed and conditions encountered
High School diploma or GED
1 year of relevant experience
Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
A pre‑employment Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check is required in accordance with RIT’s Vehicle and Driver Safety Procedures.

Responsibilities

Performs grounds maintenance activities including cultivating, planting, watering, aerating, weeding, mulching, trimming, grubbing, removing thatch, trimming/edging, mowing and/or pruning.
Cares for lawn, gardens, shrubs, flowers, flower beds, trees and walkways
Removes litter from grounds by emptying trash containers, and sweeping doorways, steps, and fire exits.
Removes signage/posters, and graffiti, and properly disposes of dead animals, bodily fluids, etc
Provides proper upkeep of hard surface areas including, sidewalks, concrete pavers, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, or other outdoor structures and amenities
Performs removal of snow and ice from assigned areas such as roads, walkways, parking lots, and stairs using hand and power snow removal equipment.
Spreads salt, sand, and deicers to prevent slipping
Operates a variety of hand and power tools, equipment, snow plows, and tractors.
Performs cleaning and maintenance of equipment as needed
Provides support for special events throughout campus.
Delivers signage, grills, and barricades
Other duties as assigned