Contractual Grounds Maintenance Worker

Toggle navigation Home Search Jobs Job Alerts Log In /Create Account Help Hiring Process Maps Tour of LLCC Contractual Grounds Maintenance Worker Bookmark this Requisition Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Position Information Quick Link https://llcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2500 Position Title Contractual Grounds Maintenance Worker Position Description Lincoln Land Community College is currently accepting applications for 2 temporary, contractual Grounds Maintenance Workers to assist in overseeing the campus grounds by maintaining, cleaning and caring for lawns, parking lots, roadways, sidewalks, athletic fields, flowerbeds, shrubs and trees. This contractual, non-benefited position is for 27 hours per week for a period of up to 6 months. Work shift will be Monday through Thursday, 6:30AM-1:45PM. Pay will be no less than $20.00 per hour. Responsibilities for this position will include the following: Irrigate, trim, edge, aerate and mow lawns and turfed areas Establish new lawns, plant trees, shrubs, hedges, and flowers Perform a variety of general maintenance duties; install campus signs; set up and take down folding chairs; staging for campus events; set up and remove barricades and traffic cones; and moving furniture and other equipment Remove trash, clippings, trimmings and leaves from parking lots, sidewalks, and grounds Assist in the performance of routine maintenance of equipment, including changing of oil, greasing, sharpening of blades, restringing weed eaters, and making repairs on grounds keeping equipment Assist with preventative maintenance and repair work on parking lots, roads and sidewalks Operate motorized equipment, including trucks, tractors, riding and push mowers, chainsaws, weed eaters, and edgers Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, parking lots and roads Maintain cleanliness of vehicles, equipment, and work areas The Paid Leave for All Workers Act allows part-time employees to earn 1 hour of PTO for every 40 hours worked. For more information on this benefit, please visit IL Department of Labor, PFLA Act .

Position Requirements Requirements include:

A valid driver's license. If at any point during your employment in this position you lose your license, you must notify your supervisor immediately. Must supply own slip resistant safety shoes and wear during shift. Must possess ability to meet the following physical requirements: Push, pull or carry large or bulky objects/equipment Lift up to 100 lbs. to shoulder height and up to 70 lbs. overhead on a regular basis Stand for long periods of time Walk up to 1 mile Conducts regular overhead work Grip, hold and operate vibration producing power equipment Dexterity to bend, stoop and lift on a regular basis Frequent climbing (ex. ladders, stairs) Ability to withstand weather conditions, including extreme cold and extreme hot LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen. Requisition Specific Details Open Date 03/03/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Professional References Professional References Special Instructions Please provide the names of two people with whom you have worked or trained who have knowledge of your work-related abilities. Relatives are not acceptable references. These individuals will be sent an email (immediately after you submit your application) and be asked to answer a few brief questions about you. Please advise your references that the email will come from hr@llcc.edu. Requisition Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). • Are you a current LLCC employee? Yes No • Do you possess a valid driver's license? Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents Cover Letter Resume Certifications/Licenses Transcripts Miscellaneous 1 Lincoln Land Community College 5250 Shepherd Rd Springfield, IL 62703

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