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.
McDaniel College is a four-year, independent college of the liberal arts and sciences offering over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. One of the original "Colleges That Change Lives," McDaniel emphasizes experiential learning and student-faculty collaboration to develop the unique potential in every student. Represented by the Green Terror, over 20 athletic teams compete in the NCAA Division III Centennial Conference. A student-centered community of 1,600 undergraduates and 1,400 graduate students offers access to both Baltimore and Washington, D.C., plus a European campus in Budapest, Hungary. This position has a budgeted hiring rate of $17/hr. The position is classified as S3. The S3 salary band for all full-time, 12-month positions at the college with this classification have a minimum rate of $15/hr and a maximum of $21.01/hr. At McDaniel College we value our employees by offering our full-time employees tuition remission, 403B retirement accounts, paid time off, medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and paid maternity and parental leave. For more information about the college's benefits, please click here to review the 2026 benefits guidebook and click here to view 2026 premium rates . Click here to see how McDaniel College employees impact the lives of students.
Job Description:
Perform, guide, and assist other employees in the planting, watering, weeding, spraying, fertilizing, mulching, edging, and clean-up of all annuals, perennials, shrub beds, and borders. Key Responsibilities Mowing and landscaping of grounds using all types of power equipment Operate various types of equipment, including power mower, saws, edger, shears, light to medium weight trucks to pick up and deliver materials and supplies, and light or medium tractors and attachment used to maintain grounds as needed. Inspect equipment each day ensuring it is in safe and proper working order. Repair equipment or see that it is repaired by the proper mechanic. Have the knowledge of work methods, equipment and procedures to assure health and safety standards and precautions are in compliance with OSHA requirements. Perform snow removal Assist with set-ups and major campus events Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Experience with landscaping, golf course or horticulture preferred. Must possess valid driver's license with two or less points. Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent. Ability to work well with a wide range of people. Ability to work weekends, occasional holidays, and inclement weather.
Additional Information:
McDaniel College, in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate in the recruitment, admission, and employment of students, faculty, and staff in the operation of any of its educational programs and activities. McDaniel College will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on the basis of any protected status including protective hairstyle, race, religion, color, ancestry or national origin, disability, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status, genetic information, marital status, veteran's status, or any other actual or perceived legally protected characteristics.
Application Instructions:
For a complete job description including essential responsibilities and to apply, please visit the college's employment webpage. Completed applications must include a cover letter addressing position qualifications and related experience, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will be open until filled. Please click the Apply Now button below to begin your application. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by
