Provisional Groundskeeper

The Grounds Department at Saint Johns University invites applications for a non-exempt, seasonal position of Provisional Groundskeeper.

This position works under the direction of the Head Groundskeeper and other full-time staff.

Generally, Monday through Friday, 20-30 hours per week, May September depending on weather.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint Johns University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU .

The posted wage represents CSB and SJU's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.

Assist the Grounds Department in all aspects of grounds maintenance, including:

• Turf management and mowing
• Operation of landscaping equipment
• Trash and debris removal
• Shrub maintenance
• Light tree care
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma preferred
• Ability and experience operating landscape maintenance machinery, Including:
  • zero turn mowers
  • chain saw
  • hedge trimmer
  • other small landscape tools
  • skid steer (preferred)
• Punctual and reliable attendance when assigned to work
• Valid Class D drivers license required
• DOT health card or ability to obtain one preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to tolerate working in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• May be sitting/operating equipment for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform physical tasks for extended periods, including lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, and reaching, squatting, standing, etc. as required.
• Ability to perform the physical duties of the position, including working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and on uneven terrain, walking long distances, and lifting or moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• None.

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at ... or ... .

It is the policy of SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

Saint John's University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.