SUMMER - Temporary - Groundskeeper

SUMMER

• Temporary
• Groundskeeper Colgate University paid time off, sick time United States, York, Hamilton Mar 30, 2026 Posting Details Position Information Job Category Facilities Position Title SUMMER
• Temporary
• Groundskeeper Full Time/Part Time Part Time Division Finance and Administration Department Facilities
• Grounds Hiring Wage/Salary Range $16.00
• $16.

60 / hour Department Statement Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume. Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore. This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service. 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 Responsible for deliveries of large items, stage/chair set ups and other related duties for campus events, furniture moves, assisting tradespersons as general laborers, traffic sign maintenance, garage and fleet vehicle cleaning, snow and ice removal (mechanically and manually), and 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. Requirements Professional Experience/ Qualifications Must be capable of working collegially and communicating effectively in a setting with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on a daily basis. Preferred Qualifications Education High school degree or equivalent preferred. Physical Requirements Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Required to lift and carry up 50 pounds, while from time-to-time may be required to assist with lifting objects up to 100 pounds. Required to work in all weather conditions. Responsible for following all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner including but not limited to wearing PPE required for specific duties and safe handling of chemicals as outlined by University policies and/or the supervisor. Responsible for immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to the supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety. Other Information A current valid driver's license, in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required. Posting Detail Information Requisition Number 2026CW014Posting Temporary Yes Work Schedule Monday

• Friday, 6:00AM
• 2:30PM Job Open Date 03/30/2026 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. Clery Act

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Are you currently a Colgate employee? Yes No
• Have you ever been a Colgate employee? Yes No
• Are you a Colgate student who is on campus for the summer? Yes No
• Are you a child of a Colgate employee? Yes No
• Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No
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