What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Manager position at Academy of Notre Dame?
Grounds Manager
The Academy of Notre Dame, Tyngsboro is a private, Catholic school, sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur and is based on the educational philosophy of their foundress, St. Julie Billiart. The Academy offers co-educational programming from Pre-K through 8th grade in the Lower School, and a college-preparatory Upper School. Our mission focuses on educating the whole person for life through a curriculum rooted in spiritual formation and academic excellence. We nurture a belief in the goodness of God and the dignity of each person. We are committed to community-building, diversity, global justice and service to those in need.
The Academy seeks a Groundskeeper/Maintenance Manager to work in consultation with the Director of Facilities. Manager will be responsible for maintaining grounds and athletic fields and to ensure the safety and attractive appearance of the Academy’s 200 acre campus. This position will assist the Director of Facilities in resolving immediate operational and/or safety concerns. This is a day position with occasional night and weekend hours required.
Responsibilities
- Create and implement a comprehensive grounds maintenance program
- Assist in preparing Facilities department annual budget and effectively manage assigned resources
- Monitor outside contractors as needed
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of on-going work and projects completed
- Operate dump truck, plow and a variety of common grounds maintenance equipment
Minimum Qualifications
- Associates Degree, preferred
- 18 years of age or older
- 3 years experience in landscape or grounds maintenance, athletic field maintenance, snow removal
- Experience operating heavy equipment
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Massachusetts Pesticide Certificate License required
- Massachusetts Hoisting License required
- Candidate must be able to pass a criminal background check, possess a valid US
- Driver’s License and demonstrate a safe driving record and permission to work in the USA
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status; evidence of criminal check
(CORI) and fingerprinting is required.
- Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
COVID-19 considerations:
Masks currently required indoors.
Experience:
- Grounds Maintenance & Landscaping Managers & Supervisors: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location