Groundskeeper 1

GROUNDSKEEPER 1

Applications Accepted From:
AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide, AFSCME 1699 Intradepartmental , AFSCME 1699 In-segment

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is not open to the public. Only current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 bargaining unit employees are eligible to apply at this time.

CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE TO SHOW THEY MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION . IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE , YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT . IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY OR NEED ASSISTANCE COMPLETING THE APPLICATION , PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE .

• In an effort to make the process of warding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer whether they accept or decline the position.
• Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number:
20166986S

Job Description:
Under close supervision from groundskeeper supervisor, performs routine, semi-skilled grounds maintenance functions (e.g., mows lawns; cleans grounds; removes snow).

Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines.

Mows, trims & edges lawns; weeds & waters lawns & flower beds; trims shrubs.

Keep grounds clean (e.g., picks up papers & other debris; operates vacuum sweeper to clean sidewalks & parking lots when necessary).

Removes snow & ice with hand shovel & broom; applies salt to snow & ice; operates power snow shovel when necessary.

Performs general grounds-related custodial and maintenance duties (e.g., delivers materials & equipment; cleans shop area); does routine maintenance of grounds equipment (e.g., cleans, paints, oils, sharpens)

Fertilizes lawns, trees and shrubs when assigned; plants trees, shrubs and other plants when assigned; seeds & sods lawns; sprays to control insects and disease as needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of turf & shrub maintenance;
Skill in operating various types of mowers, weed eaters, & related equipment, operating snow shovels & related equipment;
Ability to read & write common vocabulary in sentence structure;
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages;
Ability to apply principles and solve practical problems;
Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form;
Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community
Ability to lift 50 lbs.;
6 mos. exp. in grounds work;
ODA Pesticide applicators license, Core, and sections 6a and 8 must be acquired within the 120 days probationary period.
Valid Drivers License;
Works under all weather conditions; may work with equipment and potentially hazardous chemicals;
Established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of safety practices*

Skill in operating vacuum*

Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures*

(*developed after employment)

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

Department:
Grounds Maintenance

Pay Rate:
AFSCME 1699 |04| $20.54 $23.18 hourly rate

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Job Open Date:
05/29/2026

Posting Close Date:
06/07/2026

Job Category:
Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment

Months:
12 month

Planning Unit:
Vice President for Finance & Administration

Work Schedule:
PN100361
Work Days: Monday Friday
Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
Days Off: Saturday & Sunday

Campus:
Athens

Expected hours worked per week:

Expected duration of assignment:

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.:
Travis Post (...)

Non-Discrimination Statement:
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Job Information Employment Type:
full-time regular

Job Family/Subfamily:

Career Track & Level:

Pay Grade:
AFSCME|04|

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