Grounds Worker (U) - Southern Illinois University School of Medicine : Job Details

Salary : $33,747.30 Annually Location : Springfield, IL Job Type: Civil Service Job Number: 2401307 Department: Facilities Management-SMS Division: N/A Opening Date: 08/22/2025 Closing Date: 9/8/2025 2:00 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: IUOE Local 399 Shift: Days ExemptorNon_Exempt: Non-Exempt Description Under the direct supervision from the Superintendent of Grounds, performs unskilled and semi-skilled labor in connection with grounds maintenance or construction including duties such as: planting, transplanting, watering, pruning, mowing lawns, and otherwise tending to SIU Medicine property and landscaping but not limited to lawns, trees, flowers, bushes or other shrubbery and ornamental plants. Examples of Duties The following information is intended to be representative of the work performed by incumbent in this position and is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of position responsibilities. Demonstrates, by actions, commitment to the mission and the behavioral standards of SIU Medicine. Provides excellent service to both internal and external customers through collaboration and partnership; compassion and respect; integrity and accountability; diversity and inclusion; as well as continuous learning and improvement. 20% Repairs and maintains secondary roads, parking lots, sidewalks, driveways, signage, benches, fountains, planters, and other grounds features. Also maintains and repairs tools and equipment. 20% Assists in cultivating, transplanting, watering, maintaining and removing shrubs, trees and flowers when necessary. 30% Mows and edges lawns, using power mowers and edgers and cares for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing and removing thatch. Trim and edge around flower beds, walks and walls. Operates power equipment and hand tools in the performance of assigned duties. 20% Cleans streets, walks, drains, parking lots, porch areas, and other outdoor areas as requested. 10% Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Any one or combination totaling six (6) months from the categories below:

Coursework or vocational training in horticulture, landscaping, or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:

• Fifteen (15) semester hours equals six (6) months

Work experience in grounds maintenance, landscape maintenance, nursery, agriculture work, grounds construction, and/or tending to lawns, turfs, trees, flowers, bushes or other shrubberies, ornamental plants, and other grounds-related work.

3. Valid/current driver's license as required by the State of Illinois for the type of motor vehicles(s) to be operated by the incumbent.

Supplemental Information If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-###-#### Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm. The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community. The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law. Pre-employment background screenings required. Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of servicePaid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall illHealth, Dental, and Life insuranceOptional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.Long-term Disability InsuranceFlexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollarsVoluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursementLeaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employeesEmployee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult timesFor more information please visit