What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper I position at The University of Iowa?
The University of Iowa, Landscape Services is seeking a highly motivated person to work as a Groundskeeper I. This position provides support to Groundskeeper II in assigned Campus Area; may provide assistance to other Landscape Services crews for projects as needed. Must have basic knowledge of grounds maintenance skills and equipment and hand tools. Working knowledge of plant material and care. During inclement winter weather this position will be required to assist in snow and ice removal in a variety of equipment that may include skid steers, plow trucks, sander, or Polar Trac.
This position is performed fully on campus.
Duties to Include:
- Responsible for maintaining assigned areas as outlined in the Landscape Services Management Plan
- Perform snow removal using designated equipment, such as utility vehicle with sander, shovel, and snowblower
- Assist other Landscape Services units as needed such as the Tree Crew, Turf Crew, by operating utility vehicle, mowers, skid loaders, JCB, tractors, etc. and attachments
- Use technology as required in fulfilment of position (e.g., email, Employee Self Service, work order system)
- May assign, coordinate, and review the work of other groundskeeping personnel in coordination with Landscape Management Supervisor
- Perform minor repairs and service work on equipment
- Communicate with supervisor, staff, and customers.
- Driving to work locations
- Other duties as assigned
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm; Due to the critical operational needs of the department, this position may be required to work overtime. During inclement weather, required to answer phone as early as 2:30 am, and return to campus as early as 4 am for snow/ice removal.
Location: Campus wide
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.
About the University of Iowa:
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Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.
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Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
- One year of experience in operating the machinery and tools used in groundskeeping work or
- Any combination of related experience and education from which comparable knowledge and ability can be acquired which totals one year.
Special Qualifications:
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet and maintain UI Fleet Safety Standards.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Two or more years previous groundskeeping experience
- Experience operating snow/ice removal equipment
- Class A or B CDL with Air Brakes
- Good communication skills and experience working on a team
- Basic computer experience
- Preventative maintenance and troubleshooting experience
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives
Position and Application Details:
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background search and driver’s license verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact Brooke McMurl at (319) 467-0719 or brooke-mcmurl@uiowa.edu
