Grounds Maintenance Technician- Full Time

Company Description

Are you a high-performer who wants to contribute to a mission-driven and values-based organization? If you are motivated by doing impactful work and making a difference in people’s lives, then the Indiana University Foundation (IUF) is the place for you. At the IUF, we believe in making the dream of higher education attainable, providing support for life-changing research, and preparing the next generation of leaders.    

As a trailblazer among our peers, we provide fundraising leadership and endowment stewardship to support needs and initiatives across all of Indiana University’s campuses. As part of our team, you will help make IU donor’s dreams last forever.   

At the IUF we work hard, celebrate achievements, and foster an environment where everyone’s contributions matter. We are nimble and innovative, and we want you to bring your ideas and energy to join forces with some of the best talent in our industry.  

In addition to being part of a meaningful mission as an IUF employee, you’ll find there are many ways to connect and collaborate. Our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives ensure that our colleagues are celebrated for who they are and have a voice. Our FUNdation (see what we did there?) committee helps us connect and unwind with food truck lunches, holiday gatherings, costume contests, free snacks, IU spirit-wear Fridays, and spontaneous gestures that surprise and delight. Our Wellness Committee ensures that the health and well-being of our employees is top of mind, offering yoga, a lunchtime walking group, meditation breaks, the Headspace app, and topical workshops. We encourage community leadership and service and make space for our staff to pursue their passions. Our total rewards philosophy ensures that we support employees financially, emotionally, and in their career growth. 

Job Description

The annual salary range for this role is $45,000.00-$50,000.00 and is commensurate with experience.

This role is based out of our Bloomington, IN location and is on-site 5 days per week.

The Facilities Department at the Indiana University Foundation (IUF) is seeking a reliable, proactive, and adaptable professional to join our team as a Grounds Maintenance Technician. Reporting to the Director of Facilities, this role is essential in maintaining the high standard of care and functionality for IUF’s properties, including Showalter, Wilcox, and the Bill Armstrong Stadium track. As a member of our team, you’ll handle a variety of groundskeeping and facility maintenance tasks. From maintaining landscaping and irrigation systems to assisting with minor facility repairs, your work will help ensure our spaces reflect the quality and prestige of Indiana University. This position requires independence, attention to detail, and the flexibility to respond to seasonal needs, such as snow removal.

In this role, you will oversee lawn care, landscaping, and maintenance of facilities’ equipment, while also assisting with special events. You’ll have the unique opportunity to contribute ideas for improving grounds and will be empowered to manage your daily tasks, including pulling work orders, ordering necessary supplies, and completing reports.

If the IUF sounds like a fit for you, we invite you to join us today. 

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in lawn care and landscaping, including mowing, edging, pruning, planting, and applying fertilizers and pesticides as needed.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment and tools, with experience in irrigation system maintenance and repair.
• Familiarity with basic maintenance techniques, pest control practices, and understanding of plant care and growth cycles.
• Capable of lifting up to 80 pounds and performing strenuous outdoor work under various weather conditions.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Ability to manage work orders, track supply usage, and prioritize tasks efficiently to maintain high standards across all grounds.
• Comfortable using computers and Microsoft Office programs, with the ability to track, manage, and report on credit card expenses and complete other administrative tasks as needed.

Experience/Education

• High School diploma required; vocational or technical training in grounds maintenance, construction, or related trades preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or related fields is required.
  •  Experience in commercial groundskeeping preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Additional Information

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing b