Groundskeeper- Polytechnic campus

McCain Institute Groundskeeper – Polytechnic campus Campus: Tempe Posted: Apr 8, 2026 Compensation $20.12 per hour (Full time) Job Profile Supports facility and equipment inspection, maintenance, and repairs to ensure property meets established standards and to prevent further damage. Responsibilities Maintain grounds and roads: planting, removing debris, watering, spraying weeds and insects. Operate and maintain landscaping tools and equipment, including large power lawn mowers, edgers, hand tools, pickup trucks and other vehicles. Perform maintenance and repair on equipment and tools. Install or remove outdoor signage. Plant, prune shrubs, trees, flowers and perform irrigation activities. Operate large power lawn mowers, edgers, hand tools, and large vehicles associated with ground maintenance and landscaping activities. Operate pickup trucks for hauling and trash/debris removal. Maintain communication to perform essential functions of the job. Work Monday‑Friday, 5:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (hours may vary seasonally). Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent combination of experience and/or training providing comparable knowledge, skills and abilities. Valid Arizona driver's license (Class D minimum). Ability to lift, push, stoop, bend, reach and handle objects up to 50 pounds. Desired Qualifications Experience using and operating grounds equipment and tools (e.g., leaf sweepers, line trimmers, hedge trimmers, blowers, hand trucks, power lift gates, hammer drills, chainsaws, basic hand tools). Repairing and maintaining irrigation systems. Planting and pruning shrubs, trees and flowers. Operating riding and push lawn mowers and other turf-related equipment. Power washer operation. Trash compactor operation. Minor equipment maintenance (oil changes, blade sharpening, filter changes, spark plug changes, grease gun use). Customer‑service skills and effective verbal and written communication. Experience handling hazardous chemicals and wearing appropriate PPE. Benefits 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave, 10 paid holidays annually. 12 weeks of paid parental leave after birth or adoption. Comprehensive benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance. Retirement program with Arizona State Retirement System. Paid time for volunteer and professional development. Wellness program for preventive health education and screenings. Disability and leave program for income protection. Free and confidential Employee Assistance Services. ASU discounts with sporting events and partnerships. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co