Grounds Equipment Operator

Facilities Services

Summary

Operates motorized and manual equipment related to grounds maintenance, responsible for all aspects of ground maintenance. Duties include renovation of existing turf grass areas, general mowing and grooming of College properties, planting and maintenance of trees and shrubs, leaf removal, garbage and trash removal from outside of building structures, snow removal from walkways, roadways and parking lots using, snow plows, shovels, snow blowers salting/sanding as needed, other duties as assigned. During emergency situations will be required to work in the event of personnel shortage.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent. One year of field related experience or a two year college degree in any related grounds maintenance discipline. Valid New York State Driver's license required.

Application

Please apply in person, via fax, U.S. Mail or email:

Human Resources
Req. # T1085
Union College
807 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12308

Telephone: (518) 388-6108
Fax: (518) 388-6529
E-mail: hr@union.edu

Please submit all electronic application materials as a single pdf or doc file.

Diversity at Union College

Union College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to student and workforce diversity.

Union College’s strategic plan highlights the role of diversity in providing an effective education for the 21^st century at the heart of our mission and vision for the College. Diversifying the student body, the faculty, the administration, the staff and the curriculum requires a commitment to honor our mission and advance our goals. Union provides a blend of intellectual, social and cultural opportunities to facilitate the integrated academic, social and personal development of a diverse community. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, ability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and national origin.