Position Title:

Facilities Landscape Worker GL

Compensation:

$24.62 - $24.62

Department:

FPM Landscape_B

Start Date:

09/17/2026

About this opportunity:

Ball State University Facilities Planning and Management has an opportunity to work on the beautiful campus. This opportunity comes with excellent pay and a great benefits package that includes medical and prescription plans, dental, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, holiday pay, university-funded retirement, tuition discounts, and more.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, and will possess great service skills with a willingness to learn.

This is a full-time, on campus opportunity.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

HOURS
7:00 am to 3:30 pm
Monday thru Friday

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Function: Under general supervision, lead, assign and perform duties related to the installation and maintenance of campus grounds.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Lead and assist in the assignment and direction of Facilities and Landscape Workers in the performance of lawn maintenance duties which include, but are not limited to, mowing with push, walk behind, standing, riding and tractor mowers; edge sidewalks with power edger, line trimmer, and / or hand spade; line trim around posts, poles, signs, ditch banks, etc. to control grass and weed growth.

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibrations, chemicals, dusts, fumes, odors, oils, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

2. Assist with the training of Facilities and Landscape Workers and student employees as assigned.

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, chemicals, dusts, fumes, odors, oils, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

 

3. Lead and assist in the performance of landscape installation and maintenance duties which include, but are not limited to: planting trees, shrubs, annual and perennial flowers, ornamental grasses, ground covers, bulbs, etc.; use of tractors, skid steer loaders, mini loaders, articulated loaders, fork lifts, water trucks, and any other applicable equipment; apply mulch; create / maintain landscape beds using sod cutters, bed-edgers, hand spades; prune plant material utilizing formal and informal pruning methods with hand pruners, shears, pole pruners, power shears, or any other applicable equipment..

Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, chemicals, dusts, fumes, odors, oils, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

 

4. Lead and assist in the performance of lawn installation duties which include, but are not limited to, soil preparations utilizing sod cutters, roto-tillers, box graders, skid steer loaders, combo-plane or other applicable equipment; roto-till, grade and rake soil; install grass seed either by sodding, hydro-seeding, slit seeder, or by hand spreader; apply starter fertilizer using spreaders or through hydro-seeder.

Requires the physical ability to climb, stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, dust, vibrations, noise, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, omprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

 

5. Lead and assist in the performance of leaf collection and disposal duties which include, but are not limited to: using hand rakes, hand and backpack blowers, equipment mounted blowers, lawn sweepers and / or vacuum equipment; collect and haul leaves and associated debris to composting site.

Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, reach, stand, push, pull, lift, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

 

6. Lead and assist in the performance of snow removal duties which include, but are not limited to: using hand shovels, hand brooms, snow blowers, tractor brooms, blades, snow blowers, tractor buckets truck mounted blades, both hand or motorized salt spreaders applying liquid and/or granular products, or other applicable equipment for the removal and maintenance of snow and ice from walks, streets, entrances, ramps, and other campus surfaces.

Requires the physical ability to climb, stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, dust, vibrations, noise, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

 

7. Lead and assist in the performance of trash / recycling duties which include, but are not limited to: picking up trash and recyclable materials from ground, containers, docks, buildings, or other campus locations and place in proper containers; deliver / pick-up trash and recycle containers for special events.

Requires the physical ability to climb, stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, dust, vibrations, noise, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

 

8. Lead and assist in the performance of equipment maintenance duties which include, but are not limited to: hand and power equipment; properly cleaning all equipment after use; returning equipment to proper storage area after use; keeping equipment in a safe and proper working order; replacing and sharpening mower blades; reporting broken, damaged, or non-functioning equipment to supervision; maintaining a clean and safe working conditions in all areas of operation.

Requires the physical ability to climb, stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment, various hand and power tools, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, dust, vibrations, noise, and may be required to wear filter mask, respirator, and various protective clothing and/or equipment. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

 

9. Maintain records; verify, approve tools and material requisitioned/used by employees being directed.

Requires the physical ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires visual ability to perceive depth. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

 

10. Acquire and maintain knowledge of various job related chemicals and environmental concerns.

Requires the physical ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires the visual ability to distinguish color and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate a computer keyboard. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions. Task requires the mental ability to receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information.

 

11. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent (GED).

1.Two (2) years experience in or related to grounds maintenance.
2.Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, University policies, procedures, and communications, and perform mathematical calculations.
3.Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy. .
4.Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements outlined in each job duty.
5.You must be 18 years or older.

Preferred Qualifications: Associate degree in a related field.. Previous supervisory experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping.

How to apply:

For inquiries, please contact:

Rob Weller, Landscape Services Supervisor at 765-285-2763 or [email protected].

Important:  Do not use the Autofill feature when uploading your resume.

Optional documents (Recommended for best consideration).
•    Resume
•    Cover Letter detailing your qualifications for the position.

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer a generous paid time off program and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the same for you.  In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.
 

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