Groundskeeper 2

The Groundskeeper 2 performs a wide range of landscape and grounds maintenance duties to maintain safe, attractive, and functional campus grounds. This position supports year-round operations, including seasonal clean-up, snow and ice removal, equipment maintenance, and event setup. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and may involve emergency response as operational needs require.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Standard work hours: 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
• Schedule is subject to change in hours, shift, days, or location based on operational needs
• Subject to 24-hour emergency call
• May be exposed to unpleasant odors and outdoor environmental conditions
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Grounds and Landscape Maintenance

• Perform routine landscape maintenance, including mowing, trimming, edging, mulching, sodding, fertilizing, planting, and weed control
• Maintain flower beds by removing weeds, dead plants, and shrubs; plant new flowers, shrubs, and trees as needed
• Complete seasonal tasks such as fall clean-up of landscaped areas
• Conduct daily trash pickup and inspect campus trash receptacles

Equipment and Vehicle Operation

• Operate motor vehicles, tractors, mowers, edgers, weed trimmers, snow removal equipment, and other powered and hand tools
• Operate specialized equipment including chainsaws, leaf blowers, power washers, hedge trimmers, pesticide and herbicide application equipment, forklifts, man lifts, and other lifts
• Safely operate John Deere 5400 tractor with 17-foot batwing mower and Gosen leaf vacuum
• Drive pickups, dump trucks, utility vehicles (gators), golf carts, and other campus vehicles

Snow and Ice Removal

• Assist with snow and ice removal operations during winter conditions
• Participate in plowing and snow response activities as needed

Equipment Maintenance and Inventory

• Perform weekly equipment inspections and safety checks
• Clean, maintain, and complete minor repairs on landscape and grounds equipment
• Maintain inventory of equipment parts and supplies and order parts as needed
• Complete assigned work orders accurately and timely

Event and Facilities Support

• Set up and tear down equipment and furniture for campus events, including commencements and seasonal events
• Assist with large-scale events such as the July 3rd concert, including setup and post-event cleanup
• Remove and relocate furniture and equipment from offices and other campus areas
• Install and repair patio furniture
• Assemble fixtures and furnishings such as shelving units and carts

Supervision and Team Support

• Assist with oversight and task coordination of student workers
• Support maintenance staff with additional duties as requested, including light construction, equipment installation, and facility modifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and experience as required per Classified Civil Service Specifications or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Drivers License required
• Must obtain and maintain an Ohio Pesticide Operators License (Category 6a) within 180 days of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and/or training in grounds maintenance and landscaping

Certifications and Specialized Training

Ohio Pesticide Operator Licenses:

• Aquatic
• Industrial Vegetation
• Ornamental Weed Control
• Turf Control

• Forklift certification
• Man lift and aerial lift operation certification
• Welding coursework completed at C-TEC
• Attendance at ODOT plowing conference