About Augustana College Augustana College is a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences dedicated to investing in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and strengthening community partnerships - the guiding priorities of our Bold & Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29). For our 2,500 students from all backgrounds, Augustana provides a transformative experience that integrates rigorous academics, hands-on learning and mentorship to prepare graduates for meaningful careers and lifelong success. The college’s scenic, wooded campus is located in Rock Island, Illinois, part of the Quad-Cities metro area (pop. 470,000) along the Mississippi River, about a 3-hour drive from Chicago. At Augustana, we seek innovative and student-centered professionals who are excited to contribute to our strategic goals of empowering students through engaged learning, leadership development and real-world experiences. Employees at Augustana enjoy an excellent benefit package including medical, retirement, generous paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and their family members, and much more. Job Description: Job Title: Groundskeeper Status: Regular Full-time Non-Exempt - Year round, ongoing 12 month schedule Wage: 710 Reports To: Grounds Manager Overview: Works collaboratively with other members of the grounds staff to maintain the grounds of Augustana College in a safe manner. Primary duties include mowing, snow removal, landscape maintenance, trash collection, tree removal and removal of leaves and debris. Job Duties:
Requirements: Education: GED or High School Diploma required Skills & Experience:
Work Environment: The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and moderate noise levels. Frequent exposure to extreme heat and cold weather conditions. Special Requirements:
Additional Information: Pay and Benefits: This position is budgeted to pay $15.00 per hour. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the needs of employees. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive range of benefits including:
EEO Statement: Augustana is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is Augustana College’s policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. Note: This job description is subject to change and is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Application Instructions: Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. |
| Location | Rock Island, Illinois |
| Website | https://www.augustana.edu/about-us/offices/hr/employment/opportunities |
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