Groundskeeper - Siena College

Job Description

Siena College is currently accepting applications for a full time Groundskeeper. General duties include mowing, trimming, plantings, equipment operation, snow removal, athletic field maintenance and other duties as assigned.

Salary: $ 17.18/hour*

• The hiring salary above represent the College's good faith estimate at the time of posting in compliance with the Albany County Salary Transparency Law.
  
  

Requirements

Requirements: A high school diploma/GED certificate preferred, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. are required. Previous Grounds experience in an academic setting preferred; degree or certification in a related industry preferred. Good communication skills are essential.

Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and insurability at the time of appointment and must maintain such license and insurability throughout the tenure of employment. A background screening is required.

Work Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm or Sunday through Thursday 7:00- am 3:30 pm

Additional Information

Benefits*:

Siena College offers a generous benefit package to eligible full-time employees. The benefit package currently includes a retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of an eligible participant's compensation (as defined under the plan) after meeting the plan's eligibility requirements, and tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents. Eligible college employees currently enjoy a work schedule that includes half-day Fridays in the summer and an expansive holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break. Other perks currently include complimentary breakfast Thursdays in the dining hall, access to College community lectures and productions, complimentary College gym and library memberships, discounted and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events, and more. Opportunities for remote work may be available as well.

Siena cares for and values each member of its workforce and actively supports upward mobility. We are a community of Siena Saints, and as we often say, the world needs more Saints.

• Eligibility for individual employee benefits is determined at the time of hire and is subject to the terms and condition of the individual benefit.
  
  

Siena College is a Franciscan and Catholic institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a positive contribution to that mission.

Siena College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions

Please submit cover letter, resume and contact information for 3 professional references.