Groundsworker A

Job Details

Posting date: 2026-04-06

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Number: 0143300

Position Title: Groundsworker A

Hiring Range Minimum: $25.88

Hiring Range Maximum: $25.88

Union Type: SEIU

SEIU Level: E1

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Category: Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year: 12

Scheduled Hours per Week: 40

Location of Position: Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?: Onsite only

Position Purpose

Under minimal direction from supervisory staff, performs a wide variety of often strenuous physical tasks associated with the maintenance of campus grounds using appropriate methods and techniques. Tasks in this category include but are not limited to turf, shrub, and planting bed maintenance, assistance with tree work, repairs to and maintenance of roadways, parking areas, walkways and associated features, and snow and ice removal. Also performs labor-related activities associated with the movement of furniture, equipment and supplies to various locations on the Dartmouth campus as well as providing support for set-up and take-down of events on campus throughout the year. Will be responsible for leading and directing small work parties associated with all tasks associated with the position description. Must be capable of proficiently operating a variety of heavy, medium, and light equipment.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

High School plus 5+ years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• High school graduate with 5+ years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to operate and maintain heavy, medium, and small equipment.
• Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activities in all weather conditions.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.
• Must be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Must be willing to take and pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination.
• Must pass an annual hearing test.
• Must successfully complete the following training prior to undertaking work to which training relates including Driver Safety, Forklift Operator, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Spaces and Hazard Communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of rigging methods.
• High level of knowledge regarding and ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of powered equipment such as jackhammers, snow blowers, pumps, and electric snakes.
• Ability to understand and apply Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines relating to excavation, drainage, and confined space entry.
• Ability to direct the work of and provide hands-on leadership for small work parties assigned to specific projects.