Location: Haverford,PA, USA
Haverford College seeks to hire a full-time (40 hours per week), year-round, non-exempt, benefit-eligible Groundskeeper.
The Groundskeeper is responsible for landscape maintenance operations, including all elements of lawns, walks, and roadways, as well as minor hardscape repairs and maintenance of secondary areas. This position is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during periods of inclement weather when the College is closed for a weather emergency.
Haverford Offers Great Benefits:
The College offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes possible work-from-home opportunities, automatic 10% retirement contribution to your retirement account upon eligibility (no match required), a 50% tuition benefit for dependent children upon eligibility, 14 paid holidays (including the week before New Year's Day off), Health Savings Account contribution of $650 for individuals and$1300 for families (no match required), affordable medical plans, and a beautiful arboretum campus with walking trail and easy public transportation access. Please visit the Benefits page ( for more information.
Work Location: Haverford College
Primary Responsibilities
* Perform manual labor such as litter pick-up and trash removal, cleaning of storm drains and curbs, raking and removal of leaves, removal of snow and the application of ice control materials, setting up chairs and bleachers for special events, and clearing brush
* Operate basic power equipment and tools, such as small tractors, lawnmowers, string trimmers, edgers, leaf blowers, wood chippers, walk-behind blowers, and chainsaws
* Apply fertilizers by hand and push the spreader
* Assist in turf renovation and repair
* Other duties as assigned
Line of Report: This position reports to the Grounds Manager and has no direct reports.
Minimum Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Two years of experience in Grounds Maintenance
Professional Competencies
* Ability to interact with the campus community in a positive manner
* Ability to work alone or with a crew of 5 or more people
Preferred Qualifications
* Two years of landscaping experience
We are aware that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification in the job description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career trajectory, such as having skills and abilities gained outside a classroom context, or an equivalent skill set. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.
Special Requirements
* Ability to obtain and maintain PA Act 12 background checks
* Possession of a valid U.S. Drivers' License and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record check.
* This position is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during periods of inclement weather when the College is closed for a weather emergency.
To Apply: Interested applicants are invited to submit an application, to include a cover letter and resume by visiting The application deadline is December 15, 2024. Application review will begin after the deadline has passed. Please email recruiting [at] haverford.edu with questions about submitting your materials. Should the search committee be interested in pursuing your candidacy, you will hear from them directly. Finalists will be asked to provide three professional references.
Haverford College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. Women, non-binary and transgender individuals, people of color, Indigenous people, and those with other or multiple historically marginalized and/or underrepresented identities are especially encouraged to apply. Haverford College and our consortial partners are located on Lenape lands.
Julia Sapelkina
Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition
isapelkina [at] haverford.edu
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