Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper

Reports to: Grounds Manager

FLSA: Full Time (Non-Exempt)

Position Summary: This is a year-round position for individuals who love to work outdoors, perform landscaping tasks, or have a strong desire to learn/improve their landscaping skills. Groundskeepers will be responsible for keeping all outdoor areas of our campus clean, beautiful, and safe for our guests and co-workers.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Keeping campus free from litter

Cleaning spills from walkways

Maintaining water features

Fall/Spring landscape cleanups

Operating power equipment such as blowers, string trimmers, and chainsaws

Mowing grass with push mower, riding mower/0 turn mower

Trimming and edging turf grass areas

Planting and maintaining ornamental plants

Planting and maintaining trees

Landscaping/hardscaping new and existing areas

Applying pesticides including herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides

Applying plant fertilizers

Perform repairs and maintenance to outdoor structures including walking paths, nature trails, fences, and some minor repairs to building exteriors.

Safe and cautious operation of a Gator Utility Vehicle

Help with snow removal in winter

Assist with campus wide events such as concerts, Apple Fest, Octoberfest, etc.

Job Requirements:

1-2 years of landscaping experience preferred, but not required.

Must have a desire to work outdoors, year-round.

Must be self-motivated, trustworthy, conscientious, and work well alone/unassisted or with limited supervision and as well as part of a team unit.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to safely lift and carry equipment and loads frequently exceeding 50 pounds.