Groundskeeper

Monmouth University is seeking applications for open Groundskeeper positions in the Facilities Management department located on our Main Campus. Facilities Management is responsible for maintaining the Universitys buildings and grounds. Members of the Facilities Management Shops take pride in prompt courteous and professional service to the campus community. If you share our values for teamwork integrity inclusiveness and respect we welcome you to join our team!

As a Groundskeeper the candidate would be expected to: construct maintain install and replace plant materials and landscaping components in all University-owned properties on a daily basis using vehicles lifts ladders scaffolding forklifts backhoes tractors pesticide sprayers line stripers measuring devices power and hand tools; recommends materials; prepares required materials lists for projects and daily maintenance; regularly checks and reports safety programs; takes corrective action wherever appropriate.

This is an in-person on-campus non-remote position.

Application Material Required:

Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the universitys career addition to the application candidatesmustupload the following documents. Applications willnotbe considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Professional References

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Constructs maintains installs and replaces plant materials and landscaping components in all University-owned properties on a daily basis using vehicles lifts ladders scaffolding forklifts backhoes tractors pesticide sprayers line stripers measuring devices power and hand tools.
• Assists in regularly maintaining the inventory of all equipment materials and parts required to operate the Grounds department.
• Keeps Grounds Supervisor informed about progress and problems on a daily basis or as needed.
• Measures layout and paint lines and designs on athletic fields parking lots and roadways.
• Performs snow removal sanding and salting operations as needed using vehicles tractors shovels as well as power and hand spreaders.
• Recommends materials; prepares required material lists for projects and daily maintenance.
• Works from blueprints and sketches.
• Regularly checks and reports safety problems. Takes corrective action whenever appropriate.
• Responds to unscheduled and emergency service requests.
• Assists Carpentry Electrical Plumbing and Telecommunications staffs with excavation and maintenance of various underground utilities and building components using backhoes power and hand tools.
• Assists Service Response Team in delivery and set-up of components needed for special events lining and striping of roadways and parking lots and installation of University signage.
• Interacts with students parents and other members of the University community in a positive customer service-oriented style.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and Executive Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Five years of grounds keeping experience.
• Working knowledge of irrigation systems and ability to perform small repairs (head replacements broken pipes). .
• Must have excellent attendance and work record.
• Must have a high degree of attention for detail and care to prevent injury to self and others. Must perform all work in strict accordance with accepted trade practices code requirements and all safety and good housekeeping requirements.
• Be able to read write and understand oral and written instructions in English includingMSDSdirections chemical product labels equipment manuals work orders and be able to carry out work orders as required.
• Be able to calculate mathematically.
• Be willing and able to work overtime as needed and to respond to emergency calls after working hours.
• A valid drivers license in your state of residence and have had no serious violations (Type A) within the past five (5) years and no more than three (3) moving violations (Type B) in the past three (3) years. University Policy found here:Monmouth University Vehicle Use Policy.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have experience in laying out landscape beds and annual bedding material including basic plant identification skills.
• Be able to drive vehicles equipped with standard transmissions.
• Be able to lift and move heavy objects regularly up to 60 lbs.
• Be able to climb ladders and work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Must use all required safety and personal protective equipment (including respiratory protection).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess and maintain a New Jersey 3A/3B Certified Pesticide Applicators License (Core 3A and 3B).
• Must be able to maintain pesticide records.
• Formal education in turf management landscape contracting horticulture or a similar field.
• Experience in the maintenance of grounds at a golf course college or corporate campus and/or athletic field complex.
• Experience in snow removal operations.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:
Barbara Santos at or

Note to Applicants:

Please keep in mind that a job posted as Open until filled may close at any time without notice. As such we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Working at Monmouth University perks:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan (8% employer contribution)
• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits
• Tuition Remission for employee upon hire (3 credits per semester)
• Tuition Remission for spouse or civil-union partner and IRS dependent
  after one-year of full-time continuous employment
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Employer sponsored Life Insurance
• Uniforms Provided by the University
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) FSA Telehealth and more

To view a full list of benefits visit our benefits page at: Employee Benefits Information Human Resources Monmouth University

Department:

Facilities Management

Tools and Equipment:

Backhoe Carts Cleaning Tools and Machinery Dollies Forklift Gardening Tools Hand Tools Ladders Measuring Devices Personal Protective Equipment Power Tools Tool Box Torches Trucks Vehicles

Work Schedule:

Monday Friday 6:00 am 2:00 pm

Schedule is subject to change based on University needs.

Total Weeks Per Year:

52

Hours Per Week:

40 hours

Expected Salary:

$26.17 per hour

Union:

Teamsters Initiation fee and monthly dues required.

Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled