Job Details
Grounds Laborer - Temporary Opportunity
College of the Holy Cross
Part Time
JREQ-000295
At Holy Cross, we are focused on creating a world-class workforce by attracting and retaining employees dedicated to fostering a culture of professionalism, pride, mutual trust, and respect-one that values appreciation and recognition, empowering each of us to flourish both individually and collectively. We seek candidates who are inspired by our mission and values, and who are eager to make a meaningful difference on our campus. Learn more about Life at Holy Cross
here.
Job Description
Perform various duties such as grass cutting, raking, digging, pruning, trimming, planting and caring for trees, bushes, shrubs, flowers, grass, etc., consistent with the upkeep and maintenance of the grounds, greenhouses and the athletic fields. Remove and dispose of rubbish and trash, sweep walks and roadways, remove debris. Shovel and salt walkways, stairs and streets. Move equipment and materials between locations as needed. Maintain and clean equipment as needed or required. Under the direction of the Mechanic, assist in repairs and servicing of vehicles doing oil changes, grease jobs, changing of tires and welding. Make minor adjustment and repairs to automobiles. Assist in large equipment repairs and perform small engine repairs on lawn mowers, weeds and hedge clippers. Pick up and deliver college vehicles for servicing.
- Perform a variety of landscaping grounds maintenance and other related duties. Work from written or verbal orders and instructions. Maintain a high standard in the appearance of finished work. Furniture and equipment moved from building to building. Pick-up and disposal of campus trash.
Use or operate hand and power equipment as required. Development of skill in the safe and efficient use and operation of department equipment.
Take basic care of department equipment and vehicles. Department equipment and vehicles cleaned and washed as required. Indoor work and storage areas maintained in a clean and orderly manner.
Observe all safety rules, practices, and procedures. Defective and unsafe equipment and/or situations reported to supervisor immediately.
Available in times of emergency, inclement weather, and special functions. Shift change during the week and any other given function. 24-hour on-call from November through April for inclement weather. Required overtime is worked during Spring clean-up, commencement, Alumni Weekends and other campus functions.
Work for the good and morale of the organization, loyal to the chain of command and support the programs and policies of the Physical Department. Team solving of problems through the chain of command.
Supervise and direct temporary employees as necessary
Minimum Qualifications:
- Obtain and maintain a MA Pesticide Applicators License within first six months of employment.
- Obtain and maintain a MA Hoisting License within the first three months of employment.
- Obtain and maintain a MA DOT Medical Card within the first two weeks of employment.
- Mass driver's license is required
- Ability to lift 100 pounds
The hourly range for this temporary, 3 month position is $18.00 - $20.00.
The schedule for this position is 40 hours / week for approximately 12 weeks.
Weekly Hours: 40
Annual Work Schedule: (For Seasonal and Temporary Positions, this will be determined by the manager)
Application Instructions
For all administrative and academic positions, please upload a current resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please reflect on how your professional and personal values align with the
Mission of the College.
For all other positions, resume and cover letters are optional, but your most up-to-date work experience and educational background are required.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, priority consideration will be given to applications submitted within 30 days of the posting date.
Additional Information
To review our generous benefits options, please review our detailed information
here or check out our
Benefits at a Glance.
The College also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process in compliance with law. Please contact Human Resources for questions or to request an accommodation via email at
hr@holycross.edu, or by calling 508-793-3391.
The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning Equal Opportunity in the workplace.
