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Waubonsee Community College is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college's culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success.
The Groundskeeper's basic function is to enhance and maintain plant life and the overall grounds of all Waubonsee Community College campuses. This position reports directly to the Grounds Supervisor and the Director of Buildings, Grounds and Events.
Maintains appearance of existing grounds and develops plans for additional landscape or natural areas in order to enhance the visual appearance of the college campuses.
Responsibilities
- Maintains appearance of existing grounds and develops plans for additional landscape or natural areas in order to enhance the visual appearance of the college campuses.
- Will maintain care of all plant life on campus, in order to maintain overall appearance and health of all Waubonsee Community College campuses' plant life.
- Works as a participant in the snow removal plan. Coordinate with the Grounds Supervisor and perform specialized treatments and applications on all outdoor surfaces.
- Coordinate, design and supervise the care of decorative plantings and landscape beds.
- Diagnose problems with landscape areas, grounds equipment and recommend corrective measures.
- Assist with the coordination of contractors on grounds projects.
- Operate large power mowers, edgers, hand tools, and college vehicles associated with grounds maintenance and improvements.
- Perform maintenance and repair on all Buildings and Grounds equipment.
- Assist with special events for set ups and removal of exterior signage, cones and crowd control.
- Assist with controlled burns.
- Perform additional duties as may be assigned by the Grounds Supervisor and Director of Buildings, Grounds and Events
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Two years of related experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, horticulture, turf management, or a related outdoor maintenance field
- Experience operating commercial grounds equipment
- Valid Illinois Driver's License
- Possess or be willing to obtain:
- Illinois Pesticide Applicator's License
- CDL Class B License
Preferred Requirements
- Associate degree in Horticulture, Turf Management, Landscape Management, Plant Science, Natural Resources, or related field
- CDL Class B License with airbrake endorsement
- Commercial snow removal experience
- Two years of training in a horticulture or landscaping program
- Previous experience in an educational environment
Environmental Conditions and Physical Demands
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and terrain types.
- Ability to do heavy manual labor and lift in excess of 80 lbs.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb ladders, lift and stoop for prolonged periods of time.
Please attach the following documents when applying:
- Cover Letter-Yes
- Resume-Yes
- References-Yes (Can be provided at interview)
- Transcripts-No (Can be provided at interview)
Position Details
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Grant Funded: No
Compensation Range: 17.94 - 21.61
Compensation Type: Hourly
Compensation: The pay for this position will be determined by your experience, education, and qualifications.
Work Schedule: Other 7:00am - 3:30pm
Work Hours: 40
Testing: No
Priority Application Review Date: 9/24/2026
Applications received by the "Priority Application Review Date" will receive priority consideration. Review of applications will begin at that time and continue until the position is filled.
Benefits: Click to See Benefits Page
Special Instructions: You may attach references or transcripts to your application. References and official transcripts for Associate's degrees or higher are required to be submitted during the background check process.
EOE, including disability and veteran
