Top 15 University groundskeeper Jobs in Chicago Il

Grounds Worker I
Loyola University Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $17.31 - $22.27 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
GROUNDS SERVICE WORKER I
Loyola University Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $17.31 - $22.27 an hour
- Extended hours
- Heavy equipment operation
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
SECURITY OFFICER
Loyola University Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $15.80 - $20.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- University
Security Officer-Lead (Pt)
City Colleges of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $30.16 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
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Temp-Facilities-Grounds Maintenance Summer 2026
Wheaton College —Wheaton, IL
- Temporary
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
Security Officer Unarmed
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $18.50 - $23.25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Security Officer-Lead (Part time)
City Colleges of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $25.18 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Athletic Aide I - 2026/2027 School Year (Woodlawn Campus)
University of Chicago Charter School —Chicago, IL
- $17.47 an hour
- Overtime
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Maintenance Technician
Ivy Tech Community College —East Chicago, IN
- $19 - $20 an hour
- Extended hours
- Carpentry
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Armed Security Officer
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $21.70 - $24.24 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
General Maintenance- IL- Campus Facilities 2nd Shift- Monday-Friday 3 pm-11:30 pm
Midwestern University —Downers Grove, IL
- $23.31 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Public Safety Officer
Wheaton College —Wheaton, IL
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Ability to walk for extended periods

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Grounds Worker I

Loyola University Chicago -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$17.31 - $22.27 an hour

Qualifications

Computer literacy
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Position Details

Job Title

GROUNDS SERVICE WORKER I

Position Number

8100434

Work Modality

Fully In-Person

Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?

Job Category

University Staff

Job Type

Full-Time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Campus

Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Department Name

FACILITIES LSC

Location Code

FACILITIES LSC (07211A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?

Duties and Responsibilities

Under general supervision of the Grounds Supervisor, perform routine grounds maintenance and repair duties on campus grounds; operate and maintain a variety of light and heavy power grounds equipment to perform grounds maintenance work; and service outdoor trash and recycling containers. This is an entry level position and the employee will receive additional training and experience before being eligible for the Grounds Worker II position.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Participate in a team, providing a variety of landscape maintenance duties including watering, mowing, weeding, trimming, edging, renovating, and fertilizing lawns
Rake leaves and/or clear debris from walks, fields, courts, parking lots, and other open areas; load, remove, dispose of trimmings and cuttings; pick-up trash and empty trash receptacles
Dig ditches, holes and trenches as necessary
Operate light Grounds equipment such as lawn mowers, leaf blowers, lawn edgers, and snow blowers
Empty trash and recycling containers on the exterior of campus buildings
Assist with moving furniture between buildings as well as between campuses
Perform preventative maintenance to vehicles, equipment, and tools; make minor adjustments and repairs; report the need for major repairs and maintenance
Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed
Perform related duties as required
Participate in training in the use of heavy equipment as well as classes related to landscaping to improve professional skills and become eligible for the Grounds Worker II position
During inclement weather assist with other duties as assigned. Such as assisting in building inspections and inclement weather preparedness.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

High school diploma or GED and one year of related experience in commercial landscaping maintenance; or willing to be trained.

Qualifications

Ability to use tools of the trade
Ability to carry materials to perform work functions
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be in good physical condition with the ability to assist with snow removal and other labor-intensive requests
Must be able to work irregular hours if needed for call-in response for snow removal or other campus emergencies
Must be able to work successfully with other trades to perform job duties

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing, and maintain the license while employed at Loyola

Computer Skills

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook or equivalent email program, Excel and Word. Basic knowledge of a computerized maintenance management software is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Required operation of university owned vehicles

Yes

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

Physical Demands

Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Climbing, Crawling/Kneeling, Repetitive Motions

Working Conditions

Odors, Noise, Heights, Danger, Irregular Hours, Exposure to Inclement Weather

Open Date

05/19/2026

Close Date

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

$22.27/hr

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

$17.31/hr

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

About Loyola University Chicago

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.

Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.

Quick Link for Posting

https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/35195

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