Casual Groundsperson

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial socioeconomic and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty administration and staff.

Job Description:

Amherst College invites applications for the Casual Groundsperson position. The Casual Groundsperson is a parttime casual position with no benefits starting at $17.00/hour. Given Amhersts distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.

The Casual Groundsperson will maintain and care for the Colleges grounds and structures. The Casual Groundsperson takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the Colleges efforts to create a respectful inclusive and welcoming work environment.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Landscape & Grounds Maintenance

• Cleanup of property

• Snow removal

• Raking lawn mowing and seasonal outdoor work

• Operation of trucks and other motorized equipment

• Service and inspection of tools and equipment

• Assist other shops within the Facilities Department which may include moving furniture books etc.

Qualifications:

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent

• A valid drivers license and successful credentialing is required in order to operate college vehicles

• 6 months of experience

• Strong customer service organizational and timemanagement skills

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills including the ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Familiarity in operating motorized equipment including lawnmowers trimmers etc.

• Commitment to working with a diverse and inclusive community

• An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check

• Successful completion of preemployment physical and lift test

Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development continued learning and career advancement.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.