Groundskeeper I

Responsibilities Perform grounds maintenance activities including cultivating, planting, watering, aerating, weeding, mulching, trimming, grubbing, removing thatch, trimming/edging, mowing and/or pruning. Care for lawn, gardens, shrubs, flowers, flower beds, trees and walkways. Remove litter from grounds by emptying trash containers, sweeping doorways, steps and fire exits, removing signage/posters and graffiti, and properly disposing of dead animals, bodily fluids, etc. Maintain hard surface areas including sidewalks, concrete pavers, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters and other outdoor structures and amenities. Perform removal of snow and ice from assigned areas such as roads, walkways, parking lots, and stairs using hand and power snow removal equipment; spread salt, sand and deicers to prevent slipping. Operate a variety of hand and power tools, equipment, snow plows and tractors; clean and maintain equipment as needed. Provide support for special events throughout campus, delivering signage, grills and barricades. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of grounds landscape and hardscape maintenance. Knowledge of horticulture practices. Skill in operating a variety of groundskeeping tools and machinery efficiently and safely. Skill in reading and interpreting landscaping plans and work orders. Ability to maintain grounds and landscaped areas in an attractive, safe and functional condition. Ability to select and use appropriate personal protective equipment for tasks performed and conditions encountered. Minimum Education & Experience High school diploma or GED. One year of relevant experience. Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered. Job Level Overview Operations, Administrative, Service or Technical Support Level 1 – an entry‑level role building knowledge and skills. Performs routine, well‑defined tasks that can be learned in a short period of time under close supervision. About Facilities Management Services (FMS) & Grounds FMS supports the RIT community by designing, constructing, operating and maintaining a high‑quality, cost‑effective campus environment. The FMS Grounds team maintains the exterior campus, approximately 1,300 acres of land, 32 miles of roads and walkways and 48 acres of parking lots. Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage. Sick and vacation time. Twelve paid holidays per year. Retirement and financial planning resources. Educational benefits for employees and dependents. Employee wellness program. Free use of on‑site fitness facilities. Schedule Work hours may fall between Sunday and Saturday, 6:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m., based on departmental needs. The position is essential personnel during the winter months and requires flexibility, including call‑ins, weekends, holidays, emergencies and non‑standard work hours. Driver's License Requirements A pre‑employment motor vehicle record (MVR) check is required in accordance with RIT's Vehicle and Driver Safety Procedures. FLSA Category Non‑Exempt. Work Location On campus. Compensation $16.90–$21.15 per hour. Application Materials Curriculum vitae or résumé. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Equal Opportunity Employer RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law or similar applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rochester Institute of Technology