SUNY Adirondack
Groundskeeper
SALARY $20.45 Hourly LOCATION Queensbury Campus - 640 Bay Road ,Queensbury 12804, NY
JOB TYPE Full-Time (12-Month) JOB NUMBER 202600048
DIVISION Administrative Services DEPARTMENT Facilities
OPENING DATE 07/21/2026 CLOSING DATE 8/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Broad Function
The duties of this class involve performance of a wide variety of tasks relating to the maintenance and/or landscaping offacility grounds and athletic fields; does related work as required. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-ranking employee who outlines general policy, usually leaving the details to be worked out independently. Does relatedwork as required.
SUNY Adirondack has designated this position as an essential worker. Employees designated in their job description orby the President as essential to operation of the College during an identified period of time are required to work asscheduled or remain at work until released by their supervisor.
Major Responsibilities
- Operates trucks, automobiles, air compressors, mowers, tractors, snow plows, and other motorized equipment inthe performance of duties;
- Mows, rakes, and cuts grass;
- Keeps grounds free of litter;
- Plants and cares for trees, shrubs and plants;
- Removes snow and ice, and spreads sand and salt on walks, pathways, drives, parking lots and skating rinks;
- Fertilizes, seeds, and cultivates lawns and athletic fields;
- Participates in the preparation, lay out, building and maintenance of athletic fields, recreation equipment and otherrecreational areas;
- Hauls and spreads top soil, gravel, and related grounds keeping materials;
- Performs minor equipment maintenance of lawnmowers, chainsaws, weed trimmers, line strippers, etc.;
- May install, maintain, repair and operate irrigation systems on grounds;
- May operate a truck or dump truck for plowing snow, spreading sand and salt, or any maintenance duties;
- Serves as general handyman performing a variety of semi-skilled duties;
- Performs minor maintenance tasks on equipment and buildings.
Required Skills
Good knowledge of modern accepted grounds maintenance and repair practices; working knowledge of the operation ,maintenance and repair of grounds equipment; ability to follow oral and written instructions; mechanical and electrical aptitude; manual dexterity.
Educational Requirements
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school diploma.
Experience Requirements
Two years of experience in park or grounds maintenance activities.
Possession of an appropriate NYS DMV Operator's License at the time of appointment.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, which could include lifting up to 50 lbs.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 3:00pm
Full consideration will be given is application is received by August 7, 2026.
**This position is a Civil Service position subject to all regulations of the Warren County Department of Civil Service.**
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all
employees. SUNY Adirondack is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employer Address
Suny Adirondack 640 Bay Road
Queensbury, New York 12804
Phone Website
518-681-5657
https://www.sunyacc.edu/careers
