About Us
Founded in 1968 to meet the post-secondary and continuing education needs of Cecil County residents, Cecil College has been serving the community and shaping its future for more than 50 years. The College is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the governor. The College’s fifth president, Dr. Mary Way Bolt, reports directly to the Board of Trustees.
Cecil College is centrally located in Maryland’s most northeastern county, just one half mile from Interstate 95. It is easily accessible from Philadelphia and Baltimore, as well as from Wilmington, Delaware.
With a diverse student population, Cecil College enrolls approximately 2,500 credit students and 3,400 non-credit students. Cecil offers associate degrees, certificate programs and non-credit classes. Cecil offers a variety of associate degree and certificate programs.
Through its open admissions policy, Cecil College provides learning opportunities for all who have the desire and ability to benefit from its courses and programs, regardless of age, gender, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, or socioeconomic status.
Employees of Cecil College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorships.
General Responsibilities
This position is open to current Cecil County Highschool Students. Students under the age of 18 must obtain a work permit. Cecil College will adhere to permissible hours of employment for minors per the Maryland Department of Labor.
We are seeking a motivated Apprentice to join our team and embark on an exciting journey of learning and professional development. The Apprentice will work closely with experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience, practical skills, and industry knowledge. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to kickstart a rewarding career in Landscaping/Grounds Maintenance while receiving mentorship and guidance from seasoned experts.
Required
This individual will work toward obtaining their required 450 hours by working 9am-1pm Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for 37 1/2 weeks. The Groundskeeper participates in ensuring campus grounds are maintained in a safe and efficient manner through the execution of the following duties:
SPECIFIC DUTIES
- Participates in mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, planting, and mulching.
- Ensures grounds trash receptacles and fugitive trash are gathered and disposed of daily.
- Assists in snow removal activities.
- Performs inspection of equipment and vehicles prior to use. Coordinates maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Participates in all required safety and occupational training courses and meetings.
- Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
- Complies with all College rules and policies.
- Conducts preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
- Assists other departments dependent upon need.
- Performs unlocking doors of vehicles for students, faculty, and staff.
- Performs golf cart maintenance.
- Assists in various construction work.
- Assists in inventory/order parts, supplies.
- Assists in keeping vehicle maintenance records.
- Assists athletics in various duties.
- Assists in moving furniture, supplies to/from various offices, classrooms.
- Assists in event setup/teardown.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Education: Apprentice must be current Cecil County Highschool student.
- Skills/Training: Knowledge or interest in grounds maintenance equipment and procedures
- Proficiencies: Some proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to work well with others throughout the campus community.
- Scheduling Requirements: This individual will work toward obtaining their required 450 hours by working 9am-1pm Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for 37 1/2 week/
- Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and move up to a maximum of 50 lbs. The physical activity of this position includes, but is not limited to climbing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, pulling, lifting, grasping, twisting, and sitting.
- Other Requirements: The worker will be subject to dust, noise, fumes, and odors. The worker will be exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions. Safety equipment will be provided where needed and required to be worn or used.
Based upon the budgeted hours of a position, contribution to the Maryland State Retirement Pension System may be required.
- We are committed to ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all hiring and employment practices. Cecil College will not discriminate against any individual by reason of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic status, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
