Job Description

Grounds/Maintenance Technician

Job No: 502599

Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater)

Location: Dayton, OH

Category: Bargaining Unit, AFSCME

Department: Fields & Facilities - 500510

Pay Grade: 5 - Non Exempt (BU Facilities Maint)

Advertised: February 24, 2025

Applications close: March 10, 2025

Position Summary:Assist with upkeep of all university athletic fields, which includes mowing, snow plowing, tractors, weed eating, etc. Assist with general maintenance when needed in the athletics arena and campus buildings which includes but not limited to painting, general maintenance, set up/tear down of special events and housekeeping.

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma.
Eight years of experience in a ground maintenance/athletic field maintenance position.
Two years experience operating trucks, loaders, and large tractors.
Current pesticide license or must obtain within 90 days of hire.
One year general knowledge/skills in the following areas: electrical; plumbing; carpentry; doors/windows; painting and minor wall repair.
Must have valid driver's license with low risk driving record.
Must be able to work independently and flexible with hours.

Preferred Qualifications:
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

Degree in some type of landscape/horticultural field.
ODA licensed in both turf and ornamental categories.
10 years of experience in Grounds maintenance/athletic field position.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Closing Statement:
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.

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