Groundskeeper I

Groundskeeper IThe Facilities Planning and Management Department at Iowa State University is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper I to join our team. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the university's grounds, ensuring they remain attractive and well-kept throughout all seasons. Under direct supervision, the Groundskeeper I will operate and maintain power equipment, trucks, and light machinery, as well as perform a variety of landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, and planting. Seasonal maintenance, including leaf removal and snow clearing, is also a key part of the role. Working collaboratively with the groundskeeping team, this position helps uphold the beauty and safety of the campus.Preferred QualificationsMowing experienceGrading experiencePlanting experienceTree and shrub maintenance experienceCommercial Drivers License (CDL), Class B with air brake, motor vehicle inspector certificationThe position follows a schedule of Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Join us and contribute to keeping Iowa State University's campus looking its best year-round!Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities• Operates tractors with attachments such as mowers, tillers, post hole diggers and snow plows to landscape and maintain grounds including lawn areas, sidewalks, parking lots and streets.• Maintains attachments and makes minor emergency repairs.• Operates and maintains power and hand mowing equipment.• Assists in the cultivation and care of shrubs, trees and flowers as directed.• Operates trucks and other transportation equipment as required.• Responds to calls for emergency service, including snow removal, as required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and specifications.• Ability to safely operate and maintain equipment and hand/power tools.• Ability to apply various groundskeeping techniques to different work situations.• Ability to lift.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:Resume/Curriculum VitaeLetter of Application/Cover LetterWhy Choose Iowa State University? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plansGenerous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plansOnsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)Life insurance and long-term disabilityFlexible Spending AccountsVarious voluntary benefits and discountsEmployee Assistance ProgramWellbeing programIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io, or call View phone number on click.appcast.io or Toll Free: View phone number on click.appcast.io.Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. View phone number on click.appcast.io, email View email address on click.appcast.io ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.