GROUNDS WORKER I

Under general supervision of the Grounds Supervisor, perform routine grounds maintenance and repair duties on campus grounds; operate and maintain a variety of light and heavy power grounds equipment to perform grounds maintenance work; and service outdoor trash and recycling containers. This is an entry level position and the employee will receive additional training and experience before being eligible for the Grounds Worker II position.

- Participate in a team, providing a variety of landscape maintenance duties including watering, mowing, weeding, trimming, edging, renovating, and fertilizing lawns

- Rake leaves and/or clear debris from walks, fields, courts, parking lots, and other open areas; load, remove, dispose of trimmings and cuttings; pick-up trash and empty trash receptacles

- Dig ditches, holes and trenches as necessary

- Operate light Grounds equipment such as lawn mowers, leaf blowers, lawn edgers, and snow blowers

- Empty trash and recycling containers on the exterior of campus buildings

- Assist with moving furniture between buildings as well as between campuses

- Perform preventative maintenance to vehicles, equipment, and tools; make minor adjustments and repairs; report the need for major repairs and maintenance

- Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed

- Perform related duties as required

- Participate in training in the use of heavy equipment as well as classes related to landscaping to improve professional skills and become eligible for the Grounds Worker II position

- During inclement weather assist with other duties as assigned. Such as assisting in building inspections and inclement weather preparedness.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED and one year of related experience in commercial landscaping maintenance; or willing to be trained.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience:

High School Diploma, Trade School or GED graduate

Must have a valid driver's license in good standing, and maintain the license while employed as at Loyola

- novice user of Microsoft office software

- novice user of computerized maintenance management software

Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here.

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all.

Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.