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Groundskeeper

Northeast Iowa Community College

1 Positions

ID: 69412

Posted On 05/27/2025

Job Overview

This position is responsible for maintaining the grounds, providing a welcoming and safe environment in all-weather types. Also maintaining the equipment that is used to maintain the grounds. You are also required to help in building maintenance, and repair.

The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of campus grounds and grounds equipment.

Assist maintenance and custodial staff as assigned.

Assist with inventory and help coordinate the ordering of all parts and grounds supplies.

Assist with maintenance, painting, cleaning, and repair of buildings and equipment as directed.

Assist with snow removal and treating of all entry ways, sidewalks and parking areas as needed. Any snow/ice removal hours resulting in overtime or comp time must be pre-approved by the Plant Services Director.

Perform routine inspection on equipment and report needs to Plant Service director.

Assist with the delivery of mail, materials, and goods across campus and service locations.

Help set up and tear down of rooms for classes and other scheduled meetings.

Assist with traffic and parking monitoring and control on campus.

Assist with unlocking and locking of buildings in the mornings and evenings.

Monitor system alarms and emergency equipment as directed.

Assist with custodial needs as directed.

Complete required trainings as needed for equipment operation.

Other duties as assigned by plant services and/or site supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE** **,** **SKILLS** **,** **AND** **ABILITIES** **:

Knowledge of maintenance and operation of equipment including lawnmowers, weed trimmers, chainsaws, and snow moving equipment. Must have current driver’s license. Must be able to maintain a courteous, pleasant attitude and be a loyal team member. Must meet general physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

EDUCATION** **AND** **EXPERIENCE** **REQUIREMENTS** **:

High school diploma or equivalent or a minimum of three years’ experience in grounds and/or maintenance required. Post-secondary education in Horticulture/Arboriculture or equivalent experience desired.

CERTIFICATIONS** **AND** **LICENSES** **:

Must possess valid driver’s license. CDL preferred.

Primary Contact

1725894511594

Nancy Creery

, Human Resources

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[email protected]

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Job Details

Categories

Building and Grounds

Location

Peosta, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Part Time

Pay/Salary

$15.77/hour

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Experience

2-5 Years

Company ID

1180

Job REQ #

\# Positions

1

Start Date

20250527

End Date

20250630

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Northeast Iowa Community College

About the Company

Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) serves the transfer, career and technical education needs of our region’s residents, businesses and industries in a district area that encompasses eight counties and approximately 5,000 sq. miles. More than 28,400 students enroll in Business and Community Solutions courses and academic certificate, diploma and degree programs every year. NICC offers associate’s degrees and general education courses that readily transfer to four-year colleges and universities, and state-of-the-art technology and lab areas that prepare students for high demand careers.

The College has two primary campuses in Peosta and Calmar, and seven service locations in Cresco, Dubuque, Manchester, New Hampton, Oelwein and Waukon, that offer convenient amenities, services, educational resources and computer labs for students.

As one of northeast Iowa’s largest employers, the College employs 680 faculty and staff members, and the average tenure of all part-time and full-time faculty is 12 years.

At Northeast Iowa Community College, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential pillars of academic excellence and community empowerment. We are committed to cultivating an environment where individuals from all walks of life feel respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.