University of Massachusetts Amherst

Job no: 526775 Work type: Staff Full Time Location: UMass Amherst Department: Grounds and Events Union: AFSCME Categories: Facilities/Grounds, Skilled Labor, AFSCME A About UMass Amherst The flagship of the Commonwealth, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a nationally ranked public land-grant research university that seeks to expand educational access, fuel innovation and creativity, and share and use its knowledge for the common good. Founded in 1863, UMass Amherst sits on nearly 1,450-acres in scenic Western Massachusetts and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research, scholarship, and creative activity. The institution advances a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where everyone feels connected and valued-and thrives, and offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees across 10 schools and colleges, and 100 undergraduate majors. We believe every member of our university community can contribute to our ongoing success by striving for the highest level of excellence as we seek breakthrough solutions to mounting environmental, social, economic, and technological challenges in our world. Job Summary Provides for the care and maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubs, flowerbeds, walks, roadways, and parking lots. Essential Functions Works closely with Foreman and Crew Leader in installation of landscape construction projects.Assists Maintenance Equipment Operator I/II in the excavation to repair steam lines, water main breaks, and collapsed catch basins.Assists Maintenance Equipment Operator I/II in the patching of potholes using hot asphalt.Assists Maintenance Equipment Operator I/II in the repair of broken sidewalks using hot asphalt.Assists Maintenance Equipment Operator I/II in site restoration work by loaming and seeding landscape areas and/or patching/paving asphalt areas.Assists Construction Services Mason in the mixing of concrete for the repair of water gate boxes and catch basins.Assists Construction Services Mason in the re-setting of bricks, concrete pavers, and cobblestones.Operates rakes, wheelbarrows, berm machine, and asphalt tamper in the completion of asphalt repair.Maintains a clean and safe job site and assist Foreman and Crew Leader in keeping an orderly and stocked equipment trailer.Maintains and cares for company equipment, tools, and vehicles.Operates light trucks and equipment.Assists in University snow removal operations by operating light trucks, snow blowers, power shovels, snow shovels, etc.Assists in the backfilling and grading of various materials on slopes and level grades, paying attention to detail and working in a neat and orderly manner.Works as part of a team. Other Functions Performs related duties as required. Attends training classes and seminars as requested by management. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure) At least one year's experience in hardscape maintenance required.Valid Class D Driver's License required.Working knowledge of the types and uses of common hand tools.Ability to perform manual labor of a semi-skilled nature.Ability to use and make minor repairs to small tools and simple mechanical equipment.Ability to operate tools used in hardscape maintenance including berm machines, cement mixers, etc.Ability to operate light dump trucks and related equipment.Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods and under varying climatic conditions. Physical Demands/Working Conditions Position requires the ability to balance, carry, push, pull, stand, bend, climb, drive, reach, twist, lift and perform repetitive movements.Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods and under varying climatic conditions. Additional Details This position is essential. This includes the obligation to work overtime, to return to work between scheduled shifts when directed, and to report to work during any delays, early departures, and closures. Incumbent is responsible for updating the service desk with your current phone number. Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm. Position includes obligation to work overtime and return to work between scheduled shifts when directed. Salary Information Grade 10. Special Instructions to Applicants UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, caste, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, political belief or affiliation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related condition(s), veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, natural and protective hairstyle and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action. Advertised: Jul 2 2025 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Oct 2 2025 Eastern Daylight Time Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App if (typeof SocialShareKit != 'undefined') SocialShareKit.init( forceInit: true, reinitialize: true, selector: '.social-share-kit .ssk' );