What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundsperson position at clc?
Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity? The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year. Some benefits will not be available for Part-Time or Part Time Staff Under 20 Hours (ex: health insurance). Position Title: Groundsperson Job Summary: The Groundsperson maintains the exterior of the campus, maintains and repairs college vehicles, and maintains and repairs grounds and fleet equipment. Job Description: Maintain the exterior of the College, including lawn mowing, cultivating flowers and trees, seeding, and spraying. Repair and maintain College vehicles. Repair and maintain equipment such as lawnmowers, tractors, sprayers, etc. Perform all snow removal on campus parking lots, roads, and sidewalks. Prepare the athletic fields, including spraying, fertilizing, and striping. Build equipment as needed such as picnic benches, barricades, etc. Repair roadways as necessary. Assist with the maintenance of the prairie area as needed. Transport heavy equipment for other departments as needed. Demonstrate solid commitment to the Q-DIALS Program and participate in CLC goals and initiatives. Demonstrate Service Excellence communication methods to ensure student success and build the College’s reputation. Follow all institutional and regulatory policies, procedures, and standards. Utilize self-appraisal to measure progress on performance goals. Perform other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. A valid “B” CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) with air brake endorsement is required or must have the ability to obtain one within 12 months. Must have a clean driving record. Possess a State of Illinois pesticide license or have the ability to obtain one within 12 months. Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 70 lbs. on a frequent basis, and over 70 lbs. on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodations. Ability to continuously walk or stand, and frequently bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist; occasional sitting required. Ability to work on lifts or ladders. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals related to facilities and installed equipment. Effective communication skills. Practical and demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and effectively handle competing priorities. Ability to fully support the mission and values of the College. Proven ability to work effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities. Demonstrated sensitivity to and ability to work with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including those with disabilities. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and other contacts during the course of work. Desired Qualifications Grounds care and maintenance Snow removal, including experience with medium and large equipment Mechanical repair experience Bilingual in Spanish and English Pay $19.97/hour Schedule 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday Full-Time/Part-Time: Full time Total Hours Per Week: 40 Position Type: Staff Job Family: Classified Posting Date: 01/28/2026 Expected Start Date: 02/23/2026 Compensation Grade: Groundsperson Location: Grayslake Campus Department: Grounds Sub Department EEO Statement College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history). Please log into your Workday account to submit your application. Applications submitted outside of your Workday employee or student account will not be considered. College of Lake County (CLC) is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution providing life-changing paths for our students by offering exceptional learning experiences. CLC aspires to be a place where every student succeeds, every employee thrives, so that every business achieves and every community grows. Our mission is to be innovative and value-driven in supporting student success through developing and encouraging employees of all backgrounds on their journey toward achieving personal and professional growth. CLC achieved a milestone in 2025 with its designation as a Leader College of Distinction. CLC is part of the Achieving the Dream (ATD) Network, made up of 300 colleges committed to supporting student success at their institutions and promoting economic vitality throughout their communities. CLC has been a member of the ATD Network since 2019 and has held Leader College status since 2023.