Job Description

As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, Marian University seeks a Groundskeeper, who will promote Marian University’s Catholic Franciscan mission and identity by working closely with the Landscape Manager to maintain the beauty of the university grounds and outdoor spaces.

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining and improving site grounds. Assigned work such as mowing, trimming, planting & pruning, leaf removal, ground trash removal, snow removal, salt application, etc. may fluctuate by season. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by campus location based on client requirements and business needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively engages the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling our Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation, promoting unity in diversity, and integrating the Catholic Franciscan Intellectual traditions in courses, programs, and services.
• Maintains and improves facility grounds
• Performs tasks such as planting, trimming of shrubs and trees, mowing, weeding, fertilizing, sweeping, raking, salting, snow plowing and shoveling snow, removing ice, etc.
• Operates various types of equipment including power mowers, saws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, sprayers, etc.
• Will operate trucks and tractors and attachments used to maintain grounds as needed
• Clean and upkeep sidewalks, cracks and curb lines, driveways, parking lots, etc.
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager or supervisor
• Will assist in providing special set-up for campus events, as well as general furniture, fixtures, and equipment moves around campus.
• Responsible for the removal of all exterior trash from campus buildings and grounds daily.
• Effective oral and written communication
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills
• Demonstrated accuracy, thoroughness, and quality of work.
• Highly motivated, self-directed work ethic
• Ability to identify and problem solve in an effective manner.
• Must be able to utilize data to inform and implement decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and leadership.

University Expectations:

• Knowledge of and a commitment to the mission of Marian University
• Adheres to Marian University’s policies and procedures
• Shows courtesy and respect in interactions with fellow employees, students subordinates, and supervisors
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
• Meets department productivity standards
• Participates in developing department goals, objective, and systems
• Assists to establish department measurements that align and support the accomplishment of the University’s strategic goals
• Adheres to the department budget

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years' experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have and be able to maintain a valid Indiana Driver's License without restrictions.
• Previous experience in grounds keeping/horticulture required
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
• Working knowledge of grounds keeping principals and power landscape equipment
• Must be able to adhere to safety procedures to do physical risks

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, equipment, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Work involves exposure to unusual elements and extreme temperatures, on occasion requiring alternative scheduling due to inclement weather. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For Consideration All Applications Require:

1. Cover Letter
2. Current resume or CV
3. Contact information of three professional references. The reference contact information must be entered after the application is submitted in the "My Presence" section of the applicant profile.
4. Responses to the supplementary mission & identity questions.

Please Review Marian University’s Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application:

https://www.marian.edu/faith

Essential Functions:
Work hours necessary to perform job requirements satisfactorily on a regular basis. Manage absence from work in responsible manner to ensure service to clients, work teams, and coworkers. Comply with Marian University policies and practices and seeking clarification of them when necessary.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, equipment, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Limitations and Disclaimer:
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or signify can’t risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and States Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.