Grounds Worker

Grounds Worker

Opportunity to be a part of the Buildings & Grounds Department at Delbarton School. To maintain and beautify the campus grounds and athletic fields, as well as work in conjunction with other departments to perform school and Abbey related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus landscape and seasonal plantings
• Weeding, watering, mowing, pruning, mulching, fertilizing, all phases of plant care, trash pick-up, snow/ice removal
• Operate and maintain vehicles and powered equipment, such as mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers tractors, twin-axle vehicles, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws
• Maintain vehicles and equipment as necessary to ensure readiness for use.
• Maintain and prepare sport fields according to the athletics schedule.
• Complete assigned work orders in a timely manner.
• Cleans rain gutters and building rooftops as necessary.
• Irrigation system test, timing and repair as necessary.
• Assist in event set up when necessary (transport and set up tables and chairs)
• Participate in snow removal (shoveling, plowing, snow blower, salt spreader)
• Respond to all emergencies i.e. snow, fire, flood, etc.

Requirements

• Must be able to lift/carry at least 50 lbs, work at height (ladder, lift, scaffolding), stand, stoop, and crawl for extended periods when necessary.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions including freezing or hot temperatures and rain/snow.
• Pesticide License (preferred, not required)
• Black Seal Boiler Operators License (or must obtain within 6 months of hire)
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Disclaimer:

The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Delbarton reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs. The incumbent, if applicable, will be notified of any changes before they become effective. Delbarton School is an Equal Opportunity Employer