Grounds Maintenance Attendant

Vassar College

Poughkeepsie, NY, US
Base: $24.81 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
3 years grounds maintenance experience
Valid driver's license for 2+ years
Ability to lift 50 lbs and shovel
The Grounds Maintenance Attendant is responsible for maintaining campus lawns, athletic fields, and performing snow and ice removal

Job Summary

  • The Grounds Maintenance Attendant is responsible for maintaining campus lawns, athletic fields, and performing snow and ice removal.
  • This essential position requires operating various grounds equipment including riding mowers, skid steers, and snow plows.
  • The role involves responding to after-hour calls for snow/ice removal and performing seasonal tasks to ensure a safe environment.

Matching Summary

The Grounds Maintenance Attendant is responsible for maintaining campus lawns, athletic fields, and performing snow and ice removal.

Salary

Base: $24.81 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3 years grounds maintenance experience
  • Valid driver's license for 2+ years
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs and shovel
  • Knowledge of irrigation systems
  • Effective English communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • 5 years grounds maintenance experience
  • Athletic field maintenance knowledge
  • Pesticide applicator license Category 3A
  • Nuisance wildlife control operator license
  • Willingness to work overtime

Key Requirements

  • Three (3) years of grounds maintenance experience
  • Valid Driver's License held for at least 2 years
  • New York State Pesticide Applicators License (Preferred)
  • New York State Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator license (Preferred)

Work Rights

Not specified

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