Seasonal Grounds Worker (2026 S00822)

Middlebury College • Middlebury, VT

2d • $20 - $24

About The Position

The grounds workers maintain and care for the Middlebury College grounds seasonally: April 1 - November 13, 2026.

This is a part time, non-benefits eligible, hourly position. The hiring range for the position is $19.92 - $24.40 per hour.

Requirements

• Must have knowledge of proper use of equipment and must be willing to be trained as required
• Previous experience in lawn and landscape maintenance desired
• Some knowledge of horticulture or landscape maintenance needed
• Driver’s license and good driving skills required
• Good interpersonal skills necessary
• 1-2 years experience in lawn and landscape maintenance
• High school diploma helpful
• Vocational background preferred

Responsibilities

• Works cooperatively with others and accepts direction from supervisors.
• Set up for major college events.
• Assist with equipment repair.
• Operate equipment for summer grounds maintenance.
• Remove litter and debris.
• Prepare Athletic fields for games, including marking fields and equipment set-up.
• Prepare topsoil, seed, water, fertilize areas for new grasses.
• Maintain turf areas.
• Plant, water, prune and mulch flower beds, shrub and tree beds.
• Perform all duties in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist General Services and Recycling work areas.
• Perform associated facilities service maintenance work including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting.

Benefits

• MiddCard Privileges: access to athletic facilities, discounts at the College store, library privileges, and discounts at cultural and sporting events. In addition, the card allows door access to certain campus buildings. Spouses or domestic partners of benefits-eligible employees are eligible to receive a Spouse/Partner card with the same privileges as the employee card (except door access).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED