PART-TIME GROUNDS MAINTENANCE

Position: Grounds Maintenance (​​Part-Time, Weekends)

Department: Facilities

Supervisor: Facilities Manager

Job Overview: 

Bellarmine is seeking a weekend, part-time employee to assist with grounds maintenance. This role is responsible for supporting the maintenance and upkeep of over 40 acres of campus grounds, including athletic fields, landscaped areas and outdoor facilities. This position will help with routine grounds care, seasonal maintenance and weather-related recovery efforts. Additional duties include providing support for seasonal preparations, performing minor maintenance on landscaping equipment, mulching and turf care. 

Responsibilities:: 

• Mow all campus grounds to established standards.
• Apply weed control treatments safely to landscaped areas and athletic fields.
• Edge all grounds and athletic fields on a routine basis.
• Prune trees and shrubs as needed.
• Fertilize lawns and athletic fields to ensure healthy, green growth.
• Aerate lawns as directed.
• Remove weeds by hand when necessary.
• Operate weed eaters and other landscaping tools as needed.
• Trim or remove invasive vegetation encroaching on Bellarmine property.

No benefits offered with this part-time position

Competencies/Qualifications:

• Knowledge of grounds, field and building maintenance practices.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 lbs.
• Strong team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach.
• Proficient in operating a wide range of landscaping, athletic and building maintenance equipment.
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures related to grounds maintenance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Proficient in basic computer applications, including spreadsheets, word processing, email and calendar software.