What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper position at Moraine Valley Community College?
Under the general supervision of the Grounds Supervisor, the Groundskeeper is responsible for the maintenance of the college grounds including lawns, shrubbery, trees, care of new and existing flower beds; snow removal; use of machinery and equipment; and assisting with athletic field maintenance as well as preparation of college events on college grounds. The Groundskeeper is dedicated to the learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Maintenance of Lawns: Consists of cutting grass, use of weed eaters, planting and removal of trees or shrubbery, application of water soluble fertilizer and the scouting of diseases in flowers, trees and shrubs.
2. Removal of Snow: Plow parking lots and perimeter road, shovel all sidewalks and walkways; load and unload 50 lb. salt boxes for salting sidewalks and walkways.
3. Operation of Equipment: Utilizes equipment and machinery such as sweepers, mowers, and forklifts.
4. Care of New and Existing Flower Beds: Water all plants, weed to maintain healthy beds for plants to grow and develop.
5. Preparation for College Events: Set up tables and chairs, provide trash receptacles, and post signage for all College events; pick up litter, cut grass and clean area before and after each event.
6. Maintenance of Athletic Fields: Assist the Athletic Field Groundskeeper as needed.
7. Performs other related duties as assigned
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Maintenance of Lawns: Consists of cutting grass, use of weed eaters, planting and removal of trees or shrubbery, application of water soluble fertilizer and the scouting of diseases in flowers, trees and shrubs.
2. Removal of Snow: Plow parking lots and perimeter road, shovel all sidewalks and walkways; load and unload 50 lb. salt boxes for salting sidewalks and walkways.
3. Operation of Equipment: Utilizes equipment and machinery such as sweepers, mowers, and forklifts.
4. Care of New and Existing Flower Beds: Water all plants, weed to maintain healthy beds for plants to grow and develop.
5. Preparation for College Events: Set up tables and chairs, provide trash receptacles, and post signage for all College events; pick up litter, cut grass and clean area before and after each event.
6. Maintenance of Athletic Fields: Assist the Athletic Field Groundskeeper as needed.
7. Performs other related duties as assigned
Education/Experience
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Minimum 1 (ONE) year experience in grounds/nursery including lawn maintenance or related experience required.
Please include details in your resume and application.
Qualifications
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to qualify as insurable by college liability insurance carrier.
- Current spray license as required by state/federal law or appropriate training to receive license preferred.
- Ability to perform the duties of this job: the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Position Status
Full Time
Hours
General Hours
Monday – Friday
7:00 am to 3:30 pm
(Plus on call as needed for this on-campus role)
Monday – Friday
7:00 am to 3:30 pm
(Plus on call as needed for this on-campus role)
Salary/Wage
$19.25-$19.90 an hour, plus exceptional benefits
Hourly/Salary
Hourly
Benefits
Benefit-Eligible Support Staff Position
Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for benefit eligible employees and eligible dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:
Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for benefit eligible employees and eligible dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:
- Health, Dental, Vision
- Life insurance; Optional life
- Disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- MVCC Tuition waiver
- SURS Retirement plan
- Vacation Days
- Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Personal days
- Bereavement days
- Tax-sheltered annuity plans
Visit these links to learn more about specific benefits for this position:
- Benefit Highlights
- Benefit Guide-Details
Review of Applications Begins
04/20/2026
Position Type
Support/Hourly Staff
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
SS00611P
Open Date
04/10/2026
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please apply online through jobs.morainevalley.edu with required resume and cover letter and complete application.
For assistance, please contact HR at hr@morainevalley.edu or at 708-974-5704 during normal business hours.
For assistance, please contact HR at hr@morainevalley.edu or at 708-974-5704 during normal business hours.
Salary : $19 - $20