Groundskeeper (2) Jobs

The University of Indianapolis is currently accepting applications for 2 Groundskeepers. This is a full-time, non-exempt staff position. The Groundskeeper is responsible for the upkeep of grounds, amenities, academic and residential building exteriors, athletic complexes, parking lots, and peripheral properties owned and controlled by the University.
Company Description
Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.
UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.
As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!
The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.
Benefits

• Retirement Savings Plan - 403B
• Paid Holiday time and additional University days off
• Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Discounts & Services
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center
• Tuition Discount
• Free Parking
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time Accruals

For more information about the benefits of being a staff member at UIndy, visit our Benefits site.
Responsibilities

• Completes mowing, edging, line trimming, and fertilizing of turf areas
• Completes landscape installation and renovation
• Maintains all asphalt areas such as parking lots and roads
• Assists other departments in projects and set-ups when needed
• Maintains artificial turf athletic fields
• Removes all trash and debris from the grounds
• Adheres to all safety standards and work practices established by Facilities
• Sets up for sport events, which includes clean up during and after games
• Provides care and monitoring of the health of all turf/landscape areas
• Maintains University vehicles and equipment
• Prunes perennials, shrubs, and trees using appropriate techniques
• Assists in snow/ice removal for campus
• Provides care and upkeep for all outdoor areas on campus
• Maintains and operates campus-wide irrigation system

Qualifications

• Vacation approval may be limited during peak activity periods
• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to pass physical, drug screen, and lift assessment required
• One year of grounds/turf maintenance experience preferred
• Ability and willingness to work overtime and on weekends required
• Ability to lift 50 pounds (unassisted) required
• Ability to pass a driving record check required
• Valid driver's license required