University of Minnesota Physicians
Groundskeeper - Intermittent
Austin, USA · Part-time
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About the role
- The Facilities department strives to ensure a clean and safe environment that is inclusive and meets the needs of diverse populations on campus.
- The Groundskeeper position exists to assist the Physical Plant Supervisor by performing lawn, garden and/or road maintenance services for the Riverland Community College campuses (Austin, Albert Lea and Owatonna).
Responsibilities
- Knowledge of practices sufficient to maintain and improve facility grounds/landscape and recognize and/or treat plant diseases and pests.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals in a diverse multicultural and multiracial community.
- This includes operating hand-held and riding machinery and tools, clearing snow and trash from facility grounds and perform simple repairs and regular preventive maintenance on equipment.
Requirements
- Applicants must have the ability to plant, weed, trim, water, and fertilize outdoor plants sufficient to perform lawn, garden, and/or road maintenance for a State facility.
- Must have ability to use and perform simple repairs on hand-held tools, riding machinery (all types of lawn and landscape equipment), and snow removal equipment (hand and heavier equipment).
- Must have a basic knowledge of chemical fertilizer application.
- Must have ability to lift and move from 40 to 80 lbs.
- Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
- Minimum Qualifications
Compensation
- $42,198.00 - $55,248.00
Benefits
- To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
- Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.
- To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
- We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options.
- Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents.
- Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.
- Guided by our vision, mission, and values, we provide excellent opportunities for students to reach their academic and career goals.
Company info
- Our values focus on cultivating student growth through service, collaboration, innovation, and respect.
- We offer a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contributions and is committed to diversity and inclusion.
- At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously.
Equal opportunity
- We are dedicated to continually developing a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our students and communities.
- We recognize the value of diverse experiences and perspectives, which enhance our ability to serve the people of our region effectively.
- Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Commitment: Riverland is an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution.
- We welcome candidates who understand HSIs and the Latinx student experience, further enriching our inclusive community.
Visa & Work Authorization
- All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
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