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01 Mount St. Mary's University

Grounds Worker (Accepting Applications)

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Landscaping or Groundskeeping Worker provides landscaping for residences, parks, public gardens, college campuses or building or office park grounds. Provides care for plants and trees including mowing, trimming and planting, and repairs driveways, walks, benches or other structures.

$41,296 / year median in Maryland

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Title:

Grounds Worker (Accepting Applications) Perform all duties as assigned by immediate Supervisor/Manager/Director.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

GROUNDS Must be knowledgeable of all basic aspects of general landscaping, including planting, pruning, shearing, mulching, mowing, trimming, blowing, leaf removal, snow removal, watering, policing grounds, trash removal, paver or wall installations, grading and turf renovation, sod installation, fertilizer and pesticide application, weeding, tree removal, and basic computer/record keeping. May be asked to assist any other department within the campus community and will be required to perform any other duties as assigned by immediate Supervisor/Manager/Director. Must be willing and able to work independently without supervision. Snow removal duties will be necessary seasonally. A uniform, issued by MSMU will be required. May be asked to assist any other department within the campus community and will be required to perform any other duties as assigned by immediate Supervisor/Manager/Director. Must be willing and able to work independently without supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift 100 lbs. Must be able to lift and carry heavy loads up and down stairs. Must be able to work in all types of weather. Must be able to work well as a team.

Salary/Benefits Minimum Pay Rate :

$15.00/hour

Employee Benefits:

This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package, featuring annual, holiday, and sick leave. The University offers a generous suite of benefits, including tuition remission for both graduate and undergraduate courses at Mount St. Mary's University, an employer-sponsored retirement contribution, and a robust paid time off program. For a complete list of employee benefits, please visit: https://inside.msmary.edu/more/human-resources/index.html

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • Dental Insurance