GROUNDSKEEPER 1

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.

Position Information


Job Title
GROUNDSKEEPER 1


Applications Accepted From
AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide, AFSCME 1699 Intradepartmental , AFSCME 1699 In-segment


Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is not open to the public. Only current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 bargaining unit employees may apply at this time.
CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE TO SHOW THEY MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION. IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT. IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY OR NEED ASSISTANCE COMPLETING THE APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE.

• In an effort to make the process of warding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer whether they accept or decline the position.
• Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.


Posting Number
20167060S


Job Description


Under close supervision from groundskeeper supervisor, performs routine, semi-skilled grounds maintenance functions (e.g., mows lawns; cleans grounds; removes snow).
• Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines.
• Mows, trims & edges lawns; weeds & waters lawns & flower beds; trims shrubs.
• Keep grounds clean (e.g., picks up papers & other debris; operates vacuum sweeper to clean sidewalks & parking lots when necessary).
• Removes snow & ice with hand shovel & broom; applies salt to snow & ice; operates power snow shovel when necessary.
• Performs general grounds-related custodial and maintenance duties (e.g., delivers materials & equipment; cleans shop area); does routine maintenance of grounds equipment (e.g., cleans, paints, oils, sharpens)
• Fertilizes lawns, trees and shrubs when assigned; plants trees, shrubs and other plants when assigned; seeds & sods lawns; sprays to control insects and disease as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
• Knowledge of turf & shrub maintenance;
• Skill in operating various types of mowers, weed eaters, & related equipment, operating snow shovels & related equipment;
• Ability to read & write common vocabulary in sentence structure;
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages;
• Ability to apply principles and solve practical problems;
• Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form;
• Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.;
• 6 mos. exp. in grounds work;
• ODA Pesticide applicator's license, Core, and sections 6a and 8 must be acquired within the 120 days probationary period.
• Valid Drivers License;
• Works under all weather conditions; may work with equipment and potentially hazardous chemicals;
• Established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of safety practices*
• Skill in operating vacuum*
• Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures*

(*developed after employment)

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Department
Grounds Maintenance


Pay Rate


AFSCME 1699 |04| $20.54 - $23.18 hourly rate

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Job Open Date
10/01/2026


Posting Close Date


October 8, 2026

Job Category
Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment


Months

Planning Unit
Vice President for Finance & Administration


Work Schedule

PN100418
Work Days: Tuesday - Saturday
Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Days Off: Sunday & Monday

Campus
Athens, Ohio


Expected hours worked per week
40 hours per week


Expected duration of assignment
Indefinite


Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Travis Post (View email address on click.appcast.io)


Non-Discrimination Statement


Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.


Job Information


Employment Type
full-time regular


Job Family/Subfamily

Career Track & Level

Pay Grade
AFSCME|04|

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