Job Description
Working at Cedarville University is more than a job, it's a calling. A call to help equip students to go into the world and do great things for the Kingdom. A call to use the gifts God has given you to make the most of every day. A call to work as unto the Lord. God is doing great things at Cedarville University and we are excited for you to be part of it.
When applying, please include a resume/CV and cover letter in PDF format. Additional documents will be requested if needed. Please do not submit documents that include dates of birth, social security numbers, or that require password access.
Cedarville University invites applicants for the position of Groundskeeper. This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site staff position in the University Grounds Department within the Business Division. This position reports to the Manager of University Grounds and is a 12-month position working 2,080 annual hours.
The Groundskeeper performs skilled and unskilled horticultural and landscape maintenance tasks to help create and maintain a beautiful, welcoming, and well-maintained campus environment. This position has been designated as emergency essential.
Essential Functions of the Position
• Maintain landscaped areas across campus.
• Plant and cultivate trees, grass, flowers, and shrubs.
• Spray for control of pests and plant diseases.
• Mix and apply herbicides, fertilizers, and other chemicals to grass, shrubs, trees, and roadside right-of-way.
• Operate hand tools such as edgers, blowers, weed eaters, and related equipment.
• Operate power equipment including mowers, tractors, and other grounds equipment.
• Prepare soils for various kinds of plantings.
• Mow, rake, weed, seed, edge, and water lawns.
• Trim and prune trees and shrubs.
• Install drainage systems for runoff water in flower beds, lawns, roads, and parking lots.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and provide quality customer service.
• Perform other duties as directed.
Qualifications
• Associate degree in Ornamental Horticulture preferred. Two years of experience in landscaping, hardscaping, or related work will meet this requirement.
• Have or be willing to work toward obtaining a Commercial Applicator Pesticide License.
• Complete required training procedures for all equipment and vehicles. Complete list of equipment and training approval maintained on file.
• Skill in planting, cultivating, and maintaining trees, shrubs, and lawns.
• Skill in working with materials.
• Possess a valid Ohio driver license.
General Professional Expectations
• Be in agreement with the Doctrinal Statement, Community Covenant, and General Workplace Standards of Cedarville University.
Required Mental/Physical Abilities
• Sufficient physical ability to perform heavy manual labor such as installation of lawns and shoveling snow, including occasionally lifting 50-pound bags and pushing, pulling, or dragging items up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work on uneven surfaces and in all kinds of weather conditions with frequent exposure to extreme temperatures, noise, chemicals, or hazardous conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and positively with faculty, staff, and students in writing, by telephone, email, radio, and in person.
• Self-directed with a sincere desire to excel in the performance of duties.
We Offer an Exceptional Employee Experience:
• A commitment to Scripture that informs everything we do –transforming lives through excellent education and equipping students to stand for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. We are a mission-led, Christian institution with numerous opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• An excellent and comprehensive employee benefits program for eligible employees and their families.
• Meaningful Christian community and fellowship among students, faculty, and staff.
• A beautiful, well-maintained campus with modern facilities in the serene, family-oriented town of Cedarville, Ohio.
• Free access to our first-class Athletic and Recreation Facilities.
• Free employee parking.
• Free access to Centennial Library campus resources.
• Campus Bookstore and Campus Dining Hall discounts.
• Opportunities to foster growth through chapel and other university-sponsored events.
• Opportunities to share the gospel worldwide through Global Outreach mission trips.
General inquires should be directed to Teresa Day, Director of Staffing. This position is subject to the University's verification of credentials and other information required by law and Cedarville University policies, including the successful completion of a criminal history investigation. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Cedarville University is an equal opportunity employer.
