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Grounds Worker

Purdue UniversityValparaiso, IN, USPosted Aug 18, 2026
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Job descriptionReq 1420520900

Job Summary

Workdays are between Monday-Friday, with some weekends required.  

Grounds and Facilities  

  • Maintain trails, roads, paths, and other outdoor areas of the property. 
  • Performs lawn care such as mowing, trimming, reseeding, raking, and edging.  
  • Assists in maintaining garden beds by supporting gardening staff, mulching, removing litter, etc. 
  • Assists in pruning shrubs and trees as needed. 
  • Assists volunteers while fostering positive relationships and encouraging volunteer engagement at the Arboretum. 
  • Repairs fencing, picnic tables, benches, gates, walls, and walks as needed. 
  • Performs custodial functions of Gabis Facilities such as cleaning restrooms, lobbies, offices, etc.  
  • Adheres to all safety regulations while operating equipment.  
  • Other duties as assigned.  


Event Support 
 

  • Performs on-site event set up, break down, and cleaning. 
  • Assists with events and facility rentals as needed. 

Education

  • High School Diploma/GED 

Experience

  • Minimum of 6 months related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
  • Experience operating various equipment such as mowers, hand and power tools is preferred.
  • The ability to identify some trees and weeds is preferred.
  • Some basic mechanical knowledge is preferred, such as checking oil, checking and filling equipment with correct fuel, and recognizing engine issues or failures. 

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt
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