Maintainer II Grounds Crew

Massasoit Community College • Brockton, MA

402d • $42,764 - $42,764

About The Position

The Maintainer II Grounds Crew position at Massasoit Community College involves performing various manual tasks essential for the routine maintenance and beautification of the campus grounds. This role is crucial for ensuring the upkeep of outdoor spaces, contributing to the overall aesthetic and functional quality of the educational environment.

Requirements

• At least one year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, park maintenance, or tree maintenance work.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods.
• Ability to climb and work on ladders.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Knowledge of methods followed in groundskeeping work.
• Knowledge of types and uses of materials, tools, and equipment in groundskeeping.
• Knowledge of terminology and standard abbreviations used in groundskeeping.
• Knowledge of proper care and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment.
• Skill in using hand-held power tools and motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of techniques followed in weed control and types of pesticides.
• Knowledge of procedures followed in pruning and cutting trees.
• Valid Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• One year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in landscaping or groundskeeping work.
• Hoisting License.
• Pesticide License.
• Snow plow experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manual tasks for maintenance, repair, or beautification of campus grounds or roads.
• Cut grass, weeds, or brush; clean culverts, gutters, and drains.
• Load and unload vehicles; move and set up furniture.
• Spread sand, gravel, loam, or asphalt; dig ditches or post-holes.
• Repair guardrails or fences; patch concrete or asphalt surfaces.
• Maintain, erect, or repair signs; clean or mark roadways for parking lots.
• Erect or dismantle snow fences; paint fences, posts, and building exteriors.
• Plant, seed, transplant, prune, trim, water, spray, or fertilize trees and plants.
• Sweep sidewalks, rake leaves, collect debris, and shovel snow.
• Inspect equipment and tools for wear and tear; prepare work orders for repairs.
• Make general repairs of a simple nature to groundskeeping equipment.
• Operate mechanical or power-driven equipment; drive a truck.
• Maintain necessary records, such as inventory and maintenance records.
• Provide on-the-job training to employees.

Benefits

• Full-time state-funded position with benefits.
• Union position under AFSCME.
• Essential position with job security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed