Job Details

Salary: $19.87 - $20.86 Hourly
Location : Idaho Falls, ID
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 1904345
Department: Building & Grounds
Opening Date: 05/19/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The principal function of the CEI Groundskeeper is to maintain the campus landscaping, landscaping equipment, and snow removal. The work is performed under the general supervision of the maintenance foreman. The principal duties are performed in an outdoor environment, sometimes performing physically demanding duties and dealing with adverse weather conditions.

What We Offer

At the College of Eastern Idaho, we're dedicated to providing open access to affordable, high-quality education that meets the needs of our students, regional employers, and the community. To support our dedicated faculty and staff, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees:

• Affordable Health Plans: With three medical plan options, you can select healthcare coverage that best meets your needs. See rates
• Supporting Work-Life Balance: Earn sick leave with no accrual limit starting day one. Staff accrue vacation leave starting at 15 days a year with a tiered system (Faculty excluded from vacation leave).
• Retirement Savings: Faculty and exempt staff are enrolled in the Fidelity 401 (a)plan. Non-exempt or vested employees are enrolled in the PERSI base plan. View contribution rates
• Life Insurance: no-cost coverage for you and your dependents with the option to add more.
• Educational Savings: Significant tuition fee discounts for qualifying employees and their dependents.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy local discounts on cell plans, movie tickets, gyms, and more.

We value your contributions and are committed to your well-being and success. Visit our Benefits Guide for more information:
Typical Job Functions

Grounds

• Mowing, trimming, sprinkler repair, application (or oversight of) weed control products, and fertilizer
• Landscape planning, layout, and design
• Planting, trimming, and maintaining the general health of trees and shrubs.
• Planting and maintaining flower beds
• Maintaining landscaping equipment (mowers, trimmers, tillers)
• Provide direction to seasonal help

Snow Removal

• Remove snow and ice from campus walkways using both manual and motorized (broom/plow, snow blower) equipment
• Provide direction for snow removal contracted services such as parking lots
• Maintain snow removal equipment

Facilities

• Assist the Maintenance team with interior and exterior facility maintenance
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Groundskeeping experience
• Snow removal experience
• Valid Idaho driver's license to operate CEI vehicles
• Ability to operate groundskeeping and snow removal tools and equipment
• Knowledge of basic groundskeeping methods:
  • Mowing schedules
  • Watering and planting schedules
  • Regional selection and maintenance of plants and trees
  • Application of treatments for weeds and fertilizers
• Knowledge of safety procedures when working with equipment and chemicals
• Knowledge of correct lifting methods
• Ability to safely drive vehicles
• Ability to lift equipment and supplies (90 pounds maximum)
• Incumbent must reside in Idaho (Currently CEI doesn't sponsor H-1B Visas)

Additional Desired Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency
• Bilingual (Spanish)

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
This position involves lifting and carrying items weighing approximately 90 pounds, bending, stooping, and climbing ladders. Incumbents may work in all weather conditions and move in and around confined spaces. Work may be required in remote and rugged terrain.

On-site work is essential and regular predictable attendance is required. Employees may be required to work at occasional events and handle tasks outside of regular working hours.

Background Investigations:
Employment at College of Eastern Idaho will be contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation and may require a credit and/or motor vehicle background investigation depending on the position. Please refer to Policy 225: Background Checks

EOE/ADA - Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, preference may be given to qualified veterans under state and federal laws and regulations.

Link to Annual Security Report for CEI:
College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) offers full-time employees a generous benefit package. For information about our medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance benefits please visit thePositions classified as non-exempt are offered retirement benefits administered through the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI); information may be found at:

Additional benefits include vacation, sick, and holiday leave; tuition benefits; and a selection of voluntary benefits.