Groundskeeper (2 positions)

Professional Experience/ Qualifications Must be capable of working cooperatively with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students on a daily basis. Requires the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of constituents. Preferred Qualifications Experience in operation of motorized farm-type equipment and some background knowledge of general grounds work and equipment maintenance preferred. New York State DEC Pesticide Applicator license highly desirable. CDL (Class B) permit or license. Education A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Department Statement It is the mission of the Facilities Department at Colgate University to create the safest, cleanest, and most comfortable environment that further distinguishes Colgate University as a world-class educational institution. We work hard as part of a unified team, to make everyone who arrives on campus feel welcomed. "One team, one mission" The Facilities Department provides the physical environment, utilities, and facilities support services necessary to promote the educational and research activities of the university. To ensure quality service to our community, we provide strong coordination and communications between multi-functional groups and our customers, with a customer-oriented approach. Training and development of self-directed teams promotes a work environment that encourages employee initiative, engagement and development. Accountabilities Accountable for maintaining beautification of campus grounds and athletic fields, as well as completing campus work requests such as moves, large deliveries and event set ups. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: Delivery of large items, stage/chair set ups and other related duties for campus events and furniture moves. Assist tradespersons as general laborers. Maintain traffic signage. Cleaning of garage and fleet vehicles. Snow and Ice removal (mechanically and manually), Respond to all general tasks related to campus work requests as assigned. Must be willing to accept assignments at any work location, as workload requires. Perform lawn maintenance including grass cutting, trimming, seeding, fertilization, litter and leaf removal, hedge trimming, brush cutting, limited tree trimming and felling, planting, weed control and general beautification of University property. Maintain athletic fields for intramural and intercollegiate events, care of hockey rink including ice making and Zamboni operation, pest control and pesticide application, minor maintenance and lubrication of mechanical equipment, operation of garbage and recycling trucks, and other similar kinds of work as required. Job Open Date 03/18/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary EEO Statement The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. For more information, click the "How to Apply" button.