Summary

Maintains the campus grounds

Diversity & Inclusion 

Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs ground maintenance tasks related to gardening, such as planting, raking and spreading mulch
• Shovels snow and applies salt as needed
• Removes, recycles or disposes of trash to properly discard waste
• Responds to on-campus maintenance emergencies, when assigned, in a timely manner
• Operates grounds maintenance equipment
• Operates grounds vehicles including trucks, as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Valid U.S. driver's license
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card upon hire
• Ability to safely maintain and operate hand and powered equipment
• Ability to work occasional weekend hours to maintain campus appearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Training and knowledge of proper horticultural pruning techniques

Please Note:

Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Charlotte Campus location upon hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.