Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper
Full-time Support Staff
Sugar Grove Campus

Hybrid Option: Option: No

Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. We are committed to being an exceptional employer, offering a comprehensive benefits package with generous time off, low-cost medical, dental, and vision plans, and a secure pension plan through SURS. You'll also enjoy 14 paid holidays, including winter and Thanksgiving breaks. Be part of a transformative institution, dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students. Your future starts here - join us today!

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 assist the Lead Groundskeeper 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.

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

Associates degree plus two years of experience in horticulture or landscape related field.

Three years of experience in heavy equipment operation.

Possess or be willing to obtain pesticide applicator's license.

Valid Illinois Driver's License.

Possess or be willing to obtain a CDL Class B License.

Preferred Requirements:
CDL Class B License with airbrake.

Commercial snow removal experience.

Two Years of training in 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:

1. Cover Letter-Yes
2. Resume-Yes
3. References-No (Can be provided at interview)
   
4. 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 M-F 7 am - 3:30 pm
Work Hours: 40 hours/week
Testing: No
Targeted Hire Date: 9/1/2025
Benefits: Click to See Benefits Page

Special Instructions: Please attach all required documents at the time of application.

EOE, including disability and veteran