Groundskeeper (Contractual-As Needed)

Applications are accepted ongoing for contractual positions. There are no benefits associated with the position. Positions are filled as needed.

Performs grounds maintenance activities including cultivating, planting, watering, fertilizing, weeding, mowing and/or pruning lawn, gardens, shrubs and trees; assists in the maintenance of outdoor fields and athletic facilities; plants shrubs, trees, flowers, and vegetation following detailed plans and directions; removes dirt, trash and debris from assigned areas and transports same to appropriate disposal facility; performs removal of snow and ice from assigned areas using hand and power snow removal equipment; spreads salt, sand, and deicers to prevent slipping; operates hand and power equipment such as mowers, tillers, sweepers, snow blowers, edgers, shovels, and small vehicles; performs routine assembly, cleaning and maintenance of equipment as needed; measures, mixes and applies fertilizer, herbicides, pesticides, and other chemicals following specific instructions.

Performs other related duties as assigned

Ability to read, write; and perform arithmetic calculations; to follow oral and written instructions; to operate assigned hand and power tools and equipment; equipment.

Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations; to follow oral and written instructions; to operate and perform minor maintenance to assigned hand and power tools and equipment; to perform work in, on, around, under and over trees, shrubs, and buildings and facilities; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting; to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Valid Maryland Noncommercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license may be required.

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Qualified applicants should complete an application that includes a current telephone number and e-mail address. All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umes.peopleadmin.com to apply.