Groundskeeper/Ice Technician

Come work at QU•Hamden, CT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Quinnipiac University invites applications for the position of Groundskeeper/Ice Technician, to be responsible for performing semi-skilled grounds maintenance work on Quinnipiac University grounds and property and custodial work. This is a union position with an hourly rate of $34.50, increasing to $35.54 effective 7/1/2026. A shift differential of $1.00 per hour will be paid for all hours worked in shifts beginning at or after 3:00pm on a weekday or on Saturday or Sunday. The shift for this position is Thursday/Friday/Monday, 6am to 2:30pm and Saturday/Sunday, 7:30am to 4:00pm. Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing & Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women’s rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women’s basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact, learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities. The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and just opened a South Quad with three new buildings. As Quinnipiac grows, we remain guided by the core values that define our community and shape the experience of every student and employee. We are fiercely committed to ensuring every Bobcat thrives. We are a lifelong partner for every learner. We passionately care about our community. Everyone should feel welcome and valued. We boldly shape our university's future. We will forge a path of impact together. These values are the foundation of who we are and reflect the Quinnipiac spirit found across our campuses. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Requirements

Must have a valid CT driver's license.
Prior experience in ground maintenance as described.
Ability to lift to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Perform semi-skilled grounds maintenance work on Quinnipiac University grounds and property.
Perform custodial work.
Perform grounds maintenance including fertilizing, weed control, planting and pruning.
Perform general custodial duties.
Perform a variety of semi-skilled Groundskeeper-Custodial duties independently.
Perform minor irrigation repair.
Perform minor maintenance to small, motorized equipment.
Erect staging.
Operate power mowers, tractors/mowers, snow blowers, and other grounds keeping equipment.
Drive trucks, buses, forklifts, and other motorized equipment.
May include emergency fill-in for a Mechanic I on snow removal.
Respond to emergencies as required, including snow removal.
May supervise custodians and/or students assigned as Groundskeeper helpers.