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Job Offer: Groundskeeper Sr.:

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Full Time
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Immediately
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Troy, NY
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2/6/25

 

Groundskeeper Sr.

Who we are
Why Rensselaer?   Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world's fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-located quantum computer in the world. 
With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.

Job Summary
The Groundskeeper Sr. performs grounds and landscape tasks, snow removal and equipment operations connected with the maintenance of the campus grounds and athletic fields and support all campus wide events.

Minimum Qualifications
All candidates must have a 
   » High school diploma or equivalent
   » Valid US driver's license
 As a Sr. Groundskeeper, candidates must also have
   » Three (3) year practice in landscape maintenance including operation of grounds related equipment 
 significant combinations of education, training and practice will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum expertise, expertise, and Abilities
• capability to operate hand power equipment and grounds related maintenance equipment
• capability to read, write and perform simple arithmetic
• Basic computer expertise including Microsoft and job specific software
• capability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent customer service expertise
• capability to communicate effectively
• Must have the capability to work flexible hours which may include, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays

Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

TravelLocal travel between campus locations only

Driving
Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger use

Starting income/Rate
Expected hiring range:  
   » Sr. Groundskeeper: $19.50 - $22.50 per hour
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate's income will be determined located on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate's qualifications, practice, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer's good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, Contact Us by Email address: careers@rpi.edu
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer's Total Compensation Program is designed to provide reliable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit .
 

Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer's work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, discapability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.

 
 
 

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Job Category: Health Services [ View All Health Services Jobs ]
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Salary: Unspecified
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Job Location: Troy, NY, Other
Address: Troy, NY
Company Type Employer
Post Date: 02/07/2025 / Viewed 7 times
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