Groundskeeper

Buena Vista University is seeking a reliable and motivated Groundskeeper to support the routine care, maintenance, and appearance of university grounds. This position plays a vital role in ensuring a safe, attractive, and welcoming campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform routine grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, edging, and general lawn care
• Maintain trees, shrubs, flower beds, and landscaped areas
• Assist with seasonal duties such as snow and ice removal, leaf collection, and debris cleanup
• Collect and remove trash and litter from campus grounds
• Operate, maintain, and perform basic repairs on grounds equipment such as tractors, mowers, and hand tools
• Monitor grounds conditions and report maintenance or safety concerns to supervisors
• Follow established safety procedures and university policies

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated basic mechanical skills and ability to safely operate grounds equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in varying and inclement weather conditions
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or facilities maintenance
• Experience operating commercial mowing and maintenance equipment

Physical and Work Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials and equipment. May occasionally be required to lift and move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, and humidity.
• Ability to safely work around fertilizers, pesticides, cleaning agents, and other chemicals commonly used in grounds maintenance while utilizing required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to tolerate exposure to common environmental conditions associated with outdoor work, including dust, pollen, grass, insects, and varying terrain.
• Ability to work flexible schedule as needed, including early mornings or weekends during peak seasons or weather events.

Buena Vista University is an EOE/ADA/Smoke-Free Employer. A background check will be conducted on the final candidate.