What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper position at New Mexico State University?
- 503358
- Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
- Staff
- Staff Full-time
- Closing at: Apr 8 2026 - 23:55 MDT
Department Contact: Art Lucero, artl@nmsu.edu, (575) 646-8159
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Advertising Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to ensure our facility grounds are clean, attractive, and safe. Under general supervision, you will perform a variety of tasks aimed at maintaining the environment and enhancing the aesthetic appeal of our outdoor spaces. Join us and play a key role in keeping our grounds clean, organized, and beautiful! Apply today to make an impact on our campus' environment.
Position Details
Position Title: Groundskeeper
College/Division: Facilities and Services
Department: 500720-FS GROUNDS
Location: Las Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $16.83
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit Announcement:
Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Job Duties and Responsibilities: Maintains facility grounds and environment in a clean, attractive, orderly, safe, and healthy condition. Performs general grounds work that includes seeding, mowing, trimming, raking, and planting flowers, trees, and shrubs. Mixes and applies pest control material in accordance with local and federal regulations. Removes snow from pedestrian and vehicle areas. May operate trucks and assorted power equipment.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
High School diploma or higher degree.
Equivalent Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Certification/Licensure:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Environment: Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip
Physical Effort: Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.
Risk: Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
Salary : $17